BS 1715 discusses the analysis of soaps. BS 1715-2.8 belongs to the BS 1715 multi-series and discusses the determination of glycerol content.
BS 1715-2.8 specifies a titrimetric method for the determination of the glycerol content of commercial soaps, excluding compounded products.
Note: This method is not applicable in the presence of organic compounds containing more than two hydroxyl groups on adjacent carbon atoms.
BS 1715-2.8 on glycerol content of commercial soaps is useful for:
Glycerin in the soap helps to ensure that your skin will maintain its own moisture to protect it from damage caused by dryness. Instead of creating a barrier, humectants such as glycerin still allow your skin to breathe.
BS 1715-2.8 helps you with the determination of the glycerol content of commercial soaps. BS 1715-2.6 provides you with the reagent, apparatus and sampling required for the test method. BS 1715-2.6 guides you with the procedure for the test and expression of results. BS 1715-2.6 helps you in improving the quality of commercial soaps.