Molekula
D-Pinitol
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
D-Pinitol is a naturally occurring cyclitol compound used in research and pharmaceutical applications, particularly in studies related to insulin sensitivity and metabolic health. It is available as a white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C7H14O6 and a molecular weight of 194.18 g/mol. CAS number: 10284-63-6. Store at 2 to 8 °C. No signal word applies. Molekula supplies D-Pinitol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £77.70 per pack ex VAT · £93.24 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White fine powder |
| Melting Point | 178 - 185°C |
| Specific rotation | ≤ +55 |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.0% |
| Assay | ≥ 95% by HPLC of D-Pinitol (dry basis) |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 1% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 79327931 |
| CAS Number | 10284-63-6 |
| IUPAC Name | (1S,2S,4S,5R)-6-methoxycyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol |
| Molecular Formula | C7H14O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 194.18 |
| Exact Mass | 194.079 |
| SMILES | COC1[C@@H]([C@H](C([C@@H]([C@@H]1O)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | DSCFFEYYQKSRSV-FEPQRWDDSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H14O6/c1-13-7-5(11)3(9)2(8)4(10)6(7)12/h2-12H,1H3/t2?,3-,4-,5-,6+,7?/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 164619 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2909496000 |
| Tariff Code | 2909498090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, 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
- (+)-Ononitol
- (1R,2S,3S,4S,5S,6S)-6-Methoxycyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentaol
- 3-O-Methyl-D-chiro-inositol
- D-Myo-inositol, 4-O-methyl-
- D-ononitol
- Inzitol
- Methylinositol
- Pinit
- Pinitol
- Sennitol
Frequently asked questions
What is D-Pinitol used for?
D-Pinitol is primarily used in research related to insulin sensitivity and metabolic health, and is studied for its potential role in managing blood sugar levels.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-Pinitol?
The formula is C7H14O6 with a molecular weight of 194.18 g/mol.
How should D-Pinitol be stored?
D-Pinitol should be stored at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of D-Pinitol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies D-Pinitol in research-grade purity suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply D-Pinitol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply D-Pinitol in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a D-Pinitol order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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