Glycerine – 25L

Description

Glycerine – Food-Grade Glycerol (E422) for Food Processing, Agriculture & Industrial Use in South Africa

Bidchem is one of the most reliable glycerine suppliers in Johannesburg, delivering high-performance solutions for diverse industry applications. Glycerine, also known as glycerol and classified as food additive E422, is a multifunctional organic compound widely used in food and beverage manufacturing, agriculture, and industrial processing. It functions as a sweetener, humectant, solvent, thickener, texture enhancer, and moisture-retaining agent.

In food production, food-grade Glycerine (E422) improves moisture retention, prevents sugar crystallisation, stabilises flavours, enhances mouthfeel, and extends shelf life. In agriculture, glycerine is valued as a cost-effective byproduct of biodiesel production, serving as an energy source for livestock, a soil amendment, and a component in plant protection and preservation formulations. For industrial users, it serves as a versatile solvent and stabiliser in various manufacturing processes.

As a trusted food ingredient and agricultural input distributor, we ensure this laboratory-tested food-grade additive meets the rigorous demands of commercial food processing, farming operations, and industrial manufacturing across South Africa. Dispatched daily from our Johannesburg facility, Glycerine supports food manufacturers with product development, farmers with livestock nutrition, and industrial users with processing needs.

Product Specifications (Produk Spesifikasies)

Chemical Name	Glycerine (Glycerol)
Chemical Formula	C₃H₈O₃
Chemical Type	Organic Food Additive
Appearance	Clear, Colourless Viscous Liquid
Taste Profile	Sweet, Neutral
Solubility	Miscible with Water and Many Organic Solvents
Food Grade Classification	E422 / GRAS
Packaging	25L Container

Applications & Uses (Gebruik en Toediening)

Food & Beverage Applications – Food-Grade Additive (E422)

• Humectant: Attracts and retains moisture, keeping baked goods, dried fruits, and snacks soft.
• Sweetener: Provides sweetness with fewer calories, ideal for sugar-reduced products.
• Thickener: Adds body and viscosity to syrups, sauces, and liqueurs.
• Solvent: Ensures even distribution of flavours and colours.
• Preservative Effect: Reduces water activity, helping extend shelf life.
• Texture Enhancer: Prevents ice crystal formation in frozen desserts and improves mouthfeel.
• Baked Goods & Confectionery: Used in cakes, muffins, pastries, candies, marshmallows, and chewing gum to maintain softness, texture, and freshness.
• Beverages: Enhances sweetness, body, and flavour stability in soft drinks, fruit juices, energy drinks, and alcoholic beverages.
• Dairy & Other Food Applications: Improves texture and stability in low-fat yogurts, sauces, condiments, energy bars, and extracts. Naturally present in beer, wine, and honey, contributing to sweetness and mouthfeel.

Agricultural Applications – Animal Feed & Soil Management

• Energy Source for Livestock: Sweet, energy-dense replacement for grains such as maize in cattle, poultry, and sheep diets.
• Metabolic Support: Historically used to help prevent ketosis in dairy cows.
• Handling Benefits: Flows easily at low temperatures and is non-corrosive to feeding equipment compared to molasses.
• Soil Amendment: Increases organic carbon, improves fertility, and supports nitrogen management.
• Microbial Nutrition: Provides carbon for beneficial soil microorganisms, improving nutrient cycling.
• Pest Control: Used in pest baits and seed treatment formulations.
• Plant Defence: Applied as a foliar spray to stimulate plant defence mechanisms against pathogens.
• Preservation: Used to preserve leaves and branches for dry floral arrangements.
• Formulations: Acts as a carrier and stabilising component in agricultural and crop-protection products.

Key Agricultural Considerations

• Purity: Crude glycerol may contain impurities such as methanol and salts; purity must be monitored, especially for animal feed use.
• Application Rates: Dosage should be carefully calculated based on livestock type, soil conditions, and crop requirements.

Packaging & Delivery

Supplied in secure 25L food-grade containers suitable for commercial food production, agricultural use, and industrial handling. Bidchem offers delivery from Johannesburg with nationwide distribution across South Africa, including:

• Pretoria
• Cape Town
• Durban
• Port Elizabeth
• East London
• Bloemfontein
• Other regions nationwide

Safety & Handling Information (Veiligheid en Hantering)

• Glycerine is recognised as safe (GRAS) when used according to food additive regulations
• Avoid excessive vapour exposure during bulk handling
• Use appropriate PPE when handling large volumes
• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
• Keep containers tightly sealed to prevent contamination
• Consult Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use

Why Buy Glycerine from Bidchem South Africa?

• Johannesburg-based supplier with nationwide delivery
• Professional-grade food-grade additive for food and beverage processing
• High-purity glycerol (E422) for humectant, sweetener, and solvent applications
• Versatile ingredient for agricultural feed, soil amendment, and industrial use
• Secure 25L food-grade packaging
• Consistent quality and reliable supply
• Expert technical support available