What are common sources of Triacetin?

Common sources include: Vegetable glycerin; Synthetic glycerin. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.

Is the glycerin used in this product's coating vegetable-derived?

Ask your pharmacist or prescriber. RxHalal lists this because Triacetin is uncertain in our cited database.

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Is Triacetin halal?

Triacetin is classified uncertain for halal use with Medium confidence. Plasticiser used in film-coated tablets; an ester of glycerin and acetic acid. Made from glycerin; glycerin source (vegetable vs animal) is usually not disclosed.

Excipient (plasticizer) · Confidence: Medium

Also known as: glyceryl triacetate

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What it is

Plasticiser used in film-coated tablets; an ester of glycerin and acetic acid.

Source:FDA IIG — Triacetin

Why it's here

Keeps coatings flexible.

See:FDA IIG — Triacetin

Why it may matter

Made from glycerin; glycerin source (vegetable vs animal) is usually not disclosed.

Source:FDA IIG — Triacetin

Common sources

Vegetable glycerin
Synthetic glycerin

Questions to ask

Is the glycerin used in this product's coating vegetable-derived?

Reason codes

glycerinSourceUnknown

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Common questions

Is Triacetin halal?: RxHalal currently classifies Triacetin as UNCERTAIN (Medium confidence). Made from glycerin; glycerin source (vegetable vs animal) is usually not disclosed. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Triacetin used for in medicines?: Plasticiser used in film-coated tablets; an ester of glycerin and acetic acid. Keeps coatings flexible.
What are common sources of Triacetin?: Common sources include: Vegetable glycerin; Synthetic glycerin. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.
Is the glycerin used in this product's coating vegetable-derived?: Ask your pharmacist or prescriber. RxHalal lists this because Triacetin is uncertain in our cited database.

Medicines using this excipient

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