Glycerol (also known as glycerin) is a simple polyol compound. It is a viscous, colorless, odorless, sweet-tasting liquid that is non-toxic. The glycerol backbone is present in lipids known as glycerides. Due to its antibacterial and antiviral properties, it is widely used in FDA-approved wound and burn treatments. Conversely, it is also used as a bacterial culture medium. It can serve as an effective marker for assessing liver diseases. Additionally, it is widely employed as a sweetener in the food industry and as a humectant in pharmaceutical formulations.