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Mannitol FG
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Mannitol FG is a white, crystalline sugar alcohol used as a humectant, excipient in pharmaceuticals, and osmotic diuretic in medical applications. It is also employed in food processing as a bulking agent and sweetener. This food-grade mannitol has a CAS number of 69-65-8, molecular formula C6H14O6, and a molecular weight of 182.17 g/mol. It is non-hazardous (no signal word) and stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies Mannitol FG 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 | White to almost white crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 165 - 170 °C |
| Impurity A | D-Sorbitol:≤% |
| Heavy metals | ≤5.0 mg/kg |
| Identification | 1: JP |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water. Practically insoluble in ethanol |
| Reducing Sugar | ≤0.1% |
| Conductivity | ≤20 µS/cm |
| Total Impurities | B and C: ≤2.0% |
| Nickel (Ni) | ≤1.0 mg/kg |
| Mannitol | 97.0 - 102.0% |
| Unknown impurities | ≤0.10% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White, crystalline powder or free flowing granules |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 168 °C |
| Boiling Point | 290-295 °C at 3.5 mmHg |
| Water Solubility | 216 g/L at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.3330 |
| pKa | pKa = 13.5 (at 25 °C) |
| log P (octanol/water) | -3.10 |
Source: PubChem CID 6251 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036112 |
| CAS Number | 69-65-8 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3R,4R,5R)-hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol |
| EC Number | 200-711-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H14O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 182.17 g/mol |
| Exact Mass | 182.079 |
| SMILES | C([C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](CO)O)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | FBPFZTCFMRRESA-KVTDHHQDSA-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 | 6251 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29054300 |
| Tariff Code | 2905430000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Cordycepic acid
- D-mannitol
- Diosmol
- Manna sugar
- Mannidex
- Mannigen
- Mannite
- mannitol
- Osmitrol
- Resectisol
Frequently asked questions
What is Mannitol FG commonly used for?
Mannitol FG is primarily used as a humectant, sweetener, and excipient in pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics, as well as a diuretic and osmotic agent in medical applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Mannitol FG?
The chemical formula is **C6H14O6** with a molecular weight of **182.17 g/mol**.
What safety classification does Mannitol FG have?
Mannitol FG carries **no signal word** under GHS classification, indicating low acute toxicity.
How should Mannitol FG be stored?
Store Mannitol FG at **ambient temperature** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
Is Mannitol FG available in bulk quantities from Molekula?
Yes, Molekula supplies Mannitol FG in bulk, with flexible packaging options (drums, bags, or custom solutions) for large-volume orders.
What documentation is provided with a Mannitol FG order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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