Molekula
Lactitol monohydrate
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Lactitol monohydrate is a sugar alcohol used as a low-calorie sweetener and bulking agent in food and pharmaceutical applications. It is a white, crystalline powder with excellent stability and low hygroscopicity. CAS: 81025-04-9, Molecular formula: C12H24O11 · H2O, Molecular weight: 362.32764 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. No signal word. Molekula supplies Lactitol monohydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 g — £29.50 per pack ex VAT · £35.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Heavy metals | ≤5mg/kg |
| pH | 4.5 - 7.0 |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤30mg/kg |
| Related Substances | ≤1.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Reducing Sugar | ≤0.2% |
| Water (KF) | 4.5 - 5.5% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.15mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤0.5 mg/kg |
| Nickel (Ni) | ≤1mg/kg |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤30mg/kg |
| Lacitol Assay | ≥98.0 - ≤101.0% |
| ICUMSA Colour | ≤30 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 20163205 |
| CAS Number | 81025-04-9 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-[(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyhexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol;hydrate |
| Molecular Formula | C12H24O11 · H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 362.32764 |
| Exact Mass | 362.1424 |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]1[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O1)O[C@H]([C@@H](CO)O)[C@@H]([C@H](CO)O)O)O)O)O)O.O |
| InChIKey | LXMBXZRLTPSWCR-XBLONOLSSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H24O11.H2O/c13-1-4(16)7(18)11(5(17)2-14)23-12-10(21)9(20)8(19)6(3-15)22-12;/h4-21H,1-3H2;1H2/t4-,5+,6+,7+,8-,9-,10+,11+,12-;/m0./s1 |
| PubChem CID | 3067270 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| Tariff Code | 29400000 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
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
- 4-O-(b-D-Galactopyranosyl)-D-glucitol monohydrate
- 4-O-beta-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucitol monohydrate
- D-Glucitol, 4-O-beta-D-galactopyranosyl-, monohydrate
- D-lactite monohydrate
- D-Lactitol monohydrate
- Lactitol (monohydrate) (Standard)
- Lactitol hydrate
- Lactitol monohydrate CRS
- Lactitol monohydrate; 4-O-(beta-d-Galactopyranosyl)-d-glucitol monohydrate
- Portolac (TN)
Frequently asked questions
What is lactitol monohydrate used for?
Lactitol monohydrate is primarily used as a low-calorie sweetener and bulking agent in food and pharmaceutical applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of lactitol monohydrate?
The formula is C12H24O11 · H2O with a molecular weight of 362.32764 g/mol.
How should lactitol monohydrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade of lactitol monohydrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies food-grade lactitol monohydrate suitable for use in dietary and pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply lactitol monohydrate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply lactitol monohydrate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of lactitol monohydrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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