Industrial Glycerin (Crude)

Description

1. Product Overview
Industrial Glycerin (Crude) is a high-value, glycerol-rich by-product derived from biodiesel production and oleochemical processing. It serves as a versatile feedstock for a wide range of industrial applications, including chemical synthesis, resins, antifreeze formulations, and energy production. Its primary value lies in its cost-effective sourcing and adaptability as a raw material for downstream purification or direct industrial use. Strategically, crude glycerin plays a critical role in circular bioeconomy value chains, enabling manufacturers to optimize feedstock costs while improving sustainability metrics. It is an essential commodity in global chemical and energy markets due to its scalability and consistent demand.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical composition: Glycerol (C₃H₈O₃) with variable impurities (methanol, salts, fatty acids, water)
• Purity level/grade: Crude (typically 40%–85% glycerol content depending on source)
• Physical characteristics: Viscous liquid, brown to dark amber color, hygroscopic
• Density: Approx. 1.20–1.30 g/cm³ (varies by composition)
• Solubility: Fully miscible with water and alcohols
• Packaging options: Bulk IBC tanks, flexitanks, ISO tanks, drums (200–250 kg)
• Shelf life: 6–12 months under sealed, cool, dry storage conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Biodiesel and biofuel production: Used as a secondary feedstock or combustion enhancer
• Chemical manufacturing: Intermediate for propylene glycol, epichlorohydrin, and solvents
• Industrial resins & polymers: Raw material for alkyd resins and plasticizers
• Energy recovery: Co-firing in boilers and industrial heating systems
• Agriculture & feed processing: Additive in animal feed formulations after refinement
• Performance advantage: Offers a lower-cost alternative to refined glycerin while maintaining functional versatility, enabling significant feedstock cost reduction and flexible processing pathways across industries

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality consistency: Stable glycerol content with controlled impurity profiling
• Supply reliability: Large-scale continuous availability from biodiesel production streams
• Logistics capability: Efficient bulk handling via ISO tanks and flexitank global shipping
• Price competitiveness: Significantly lower cost base versus refined glycerin grades
• Sustainability benefits: Supports circular economy by valorizing renewable bio-based waste streams
• Technical support: Full COA (Certificate of Analysis), MSDS, and batch traceability documentation available

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading capacity:
  • 20FT container: ~20–24 MT (depending on packaging configuration)
  • 40FT container (flexitank): ~22–26 MT
• Supply terms: FOB / CIF / CFR available upon request
• Packaging standard: Industrial bulk (ISO tank / flexitank preferred for export efficiency)