Molekula
D-Isosorbide
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D-Isosorbide is a sugar alcohol derived from D-glucose, used as a building block in polymer synthesis and as a precursor to the nitrate drugs isosorbide mononitrate and isosorbide dinitrate. It is a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C6H10O4 and a molecular weight of 146.14 g/mol. CAS number: 652-67-5. Stable at ambient storage conditions. No signal word applies. Molekula supplies D-Isosorbide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off white crystals or mases |
| Specific rotation | +45.0° - +46.5° |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 193 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Crystals |
| Melting Point | 61-64 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 12597 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034755 |
| CAS Number | 652-67-5 |
| IUPAC Name | (3S,3aR,6R,6aR)-2,3,3a,5,6,6a-hexahydrofuro[3,2-b]furan-3,6-diol |
| EC Number | 211-492-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H10O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 146.14 |
| Exact Mass | 146.0579 |
| SMILES | C1[C@H]([C@@H]2[C@H](O1)[C@H](CO2)O)O |
| InChIKey | KLDXJTOLSGUMSJ-JGWLITMVSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H10O4/c7-3-1-9-6-4(8)2-10-5(3)6/h3-8H,1-2H2/t3-,4+,5-,6-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 12597 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2932999090 |
| Tariff Code | 2932990090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- (3R,3aR,6S,6aR)-hexahydrofuro[3,2-b]furan-3,6-diol
- 1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-D-glucitol
- 1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-D-sorbitol
- 1,4:3,6-Dianhydrosorbitol
- D-Glucitol, 1,4:3,6-dianhydro-
- Devicoran
- Hydronol
- Ismotic
- Isobide
- isosorbide
Frequently asked questions
What is D-Isosorbide used for?
D-Isosorbide is used as a building block in polymer synthesis, particularly in the production of biodegradable plastics and resins.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-Isosorbide?
The formula is C6H10O4 with a molecular weight of 146.14 g/mol.
How should D-Isosorbide be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade of D-Isosorbide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies D-Isosorbide in technical grade; custom grades available upon request.
Can Molekula supply D-Isosorbide in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply D-Isosorbide in bulk quantities; please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a D-Isosorbide order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).
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