Applications
- Chewing gum
- Food ingredients
Product description
Eastman™ Triacetin (glyceryl triacetate) is used as an ingredient in many food and cosmetic products. Its high solvency power and low volatility make triacetin a good solvent and fixative for many flavors and fragrances. One of its main uses is as a plasticizer in chewing gum. The United States Food and Drug Administration affirmed triacetin as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in human food. It is also generally recognized as safe in animal feeds, as a pesticide adjuvant, and in food packaging. Eastman™ Triacetin, Kosher, Food Grade, meets all Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) specifications and is manufactured under good manufacturing practices (GMP). All kosher products produced by Eastman are manufactured under rabbinical supervision in full accordance with Jewish dietary law.
Product availability
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If applicable, authorized distributors are in the regions listed below, with more details provided in the “Authorized distributors” section.
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Asia Pacific
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Europe, Middle East & Africa
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Latin America
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North America
Authorized distributors
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Resources
- Serving up safety — Understanding what "food grade" means to your business
- Eastman Triacetin non-phthalate plasticizer for waterborne adhesives
- Eastman non-phthalate plasticizers
- Eastman personal care products for North America
- Eastman plasticizers handling guidelines
- Eastman plasticizers product portfolio
- Eastman plasticizers — Bulk storage guidelines