Molekula
D-(-)-Sorbitol
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D-(-)-Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener, humectant, and stabilizer in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It is a white crystalline powder with a mild sweet taste and low caloric content. CAS: 50-70-4, Molecular Formula: C6H14O6, Molecular Weight: 182.17 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: None. Molekula supplies D-(-)-Sorbitol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| D-Sorbitol | ≥98.0% |
| Percentage on sieve 53 um | ≥95% |
| Percentage on sieve 400 um | ≤5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
For research use only. Not for human use.
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder, as granules, or as crystalline masses |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 111 °C |
| Boiling Point | 295 °C at 3.5 mmHg |
| Density | 1.489 g/cm³ 20 °C |
| Water Solubility | 690 g/L at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in acetone |
| Refractive Index | 1.3330 |
| pKa | pKa = 13.6 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -2.20 |
Source: PubChem CID 5780 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 39278657 |
| CAS Number | 50-70-4 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3R,4R,5S)-hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol |
| EC Number | 200-061-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H14O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 182.17 |
| Exact Mass | 182.079 |
| SMILES | C([C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](CO)O)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | FBPFZTCFMRRESA-JGWLITMVSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H14O6/c7-1-3(9)5(11)6(12)4(10)2-8/h3-12H,1-2H2/t3-,4+,5-,6-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5780 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29054400 |
| Tariff Code | 2905449100 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- D-Glucitol
- Diakarmon
- Esasorb
- Glucarine
- glucitol
- Nivitin
- Sorbilande
- Sorbit
- sorbitol
- Sorbostyl
Frequently asked questions
What is D-(-)-Sorbitol used for?
D-(-)-Sorbitol is commonly used as a sugar substitute, humectant, and stabilizer in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-(-)-Sorbitol?
The formula is C6H14O6 and the molecular weight is 182.17 g/mol.
How should D-(-)-Sorbitol be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade of D-(-)-Sorbitol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies D-(-)-Sorbitol in pharmaceutical and food-grade quality.
Can Molekula supply D-(-)-Sorbitol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply D-(-)-Sorbitol in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a D-(-)-Sorbitol order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).
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