Molekula
D-(-)-Sorbitol
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D-(-)-Sorbitol is a natural sugar alcohol derived from glucose, widely used as a sweetener, humectant, and excipient in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It’s non-cariogenic and has about 60% the sweetness of sucrose. This white, crystalline powder (CAS 50-70-4) has a molecular formula of C6H14O6 and a molecular weight of 182.17 g/mol, stable at ambient storage conditions with no signal word classification. 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 powder |
| Water | ≤1.0% |
| Heavy metals | ≤5mg/kg |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.005% |
| Assay | ≥98% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Reducing Sugar | ≤0.30% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤1mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤3mg/kg |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.01% |
| Total Sugars | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
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 | 90025868 |
| 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, 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
- D-Glucitol
- Diakarmon
- Esasorb
- Glucarine
- glucitol
- Nivitin
- Sorbilande
- Sorbit
- sorbitol
- Sorbostyl
Frequently asked questions
What is D-(-)-Sorbitol commonly used for?
D-(-)-Sorbitol is primarily used as a sugar substitute in food and pharmaceuticals, as a humectant in cosmetics, and in the production of polyether polyols for polyurethanes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-(-)-Sorbitol?
The chemical formula is **C6H14O6**, and the molecular weight is **182.17 g/mol**.
How should D-(-)-Sorbitol be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
What grades of D-(-)-Sorbitol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade (USP/EP/JP)** and **food-grade (FDA-compliant)** D-(-)-Sorbitol.
Can Molekula supply D-(-)-Sorbitol in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer **bulk packaging options** (e.g., 25 kg bags, 50 kg drums, or custom quantities) for industrial and commercial use.
What documentation comes with an order of D-(-)-Sorbitol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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