VG - Vegetable Glycerin USP Grade

Vegetable Glycerin USP (VG)

Vegetable Glycerin USP, also known as Glycerin or Glycerol, is a clear, odorless, and naturally derived liquid widely used in cosmetics, personal care products, and fragrance formulations. Produced from plant-based oils, vegetable glycerin is valued for its moisturizing properties and excellent compatibility with a wide range of ingredients.

Vegetable Glycerin acts as a humectant, helping attract and retain moisture in formulations. This makes it a common ingredient in skincare products, soaps, lotions, and cosmetic preparations. Its gentle nature and plant origin make it a popular ingredient in natural and botanical formulations.

Because of its stability and versatility, Vegetable Glycerin is widely used in cosmetics, personal care products, soaps, fragrance formulations, and other specialty applications.

Why Formulators Use Vegetable Glycerin

• Plant-derived moisturizing ingredient
• Effective humectant that helps retain moisture
• Clear, odorless, and stable liquid
• Compatible with many cosmetic and fragrance ingredients
• Common ingredient in skincare and personal care products
• USP grade suitable for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications

Common Applications

• Skincare and cosmetic formulations
• Lotions and creams
• Soap and personal care products
• Hair care products
• Fragrance and cosmetic formulations
• General cosmetic manufacturing

Vegetable Glycerin blends well with many cosmetic ingredients and fragrance materials. Its ability to attract moisture and maintain hydration makes it an important component in many skincare and personal care products.

Technical Information

CAS Number: 56-81-5

INCI Name: GLYCERIN

IUPAC Name: Propane-1,2,3-triol

Alternative Names: Glycerol, Vegetable Glycerin, VG

Function: Humectant / Moisturizer

Appearance: Clear colorless liquid

Odour Profile: Practically odorless

Uses: Widely used in cosmetics, skincare, soaps, and personal care formulations as a moisturizing and stabilizing ingredient.

Grade: USP (United States Pharmacopeia)