Hexaglycerol

Hexaglycerol (CAS 36675-34-0), also supplied under the designation PCB 06, is a polyglycerol produced by the condensation of six glycerol units.

Where is Hexaglycerol used?

• Food processing: base for polyglycerol esters of fatty acids, enabling emulsification in bakery fats, margarines and confectionery coatings
• Personal care: humectant in moisturizing creams and serums, supporting water retention
• Pharmaceuticals: solvent and carrier in topical and oral formulations
• Specialty surfactants: reactive intermediate in the synthesis of polyglycerol-based esters
• It functions as a humectant, emulsifier and carrier in manufacturing.

Good to know: The degree of polymerization can vary between production batches and suppliers, affecting final product performance. Buyers should confirm purity profiles and polyglycerol distribution data before purchase.