Molekula
Xylitol
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
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
Xylitol is a natural, sugar-alcohol sweetener with half the calories of sucrose, commonly used in sugar-free gum, candies, and pharmaceuticals for its low glycemic impact and dental benefits. It’s also a humectant and cryoprotectant in food, cosmetics, and industrial applications. This white crystalline powder has a CAS number of 87-99-0, molecular formula HOCH2[CH(OH)]3CH2OH, and a molecular weight of 152.15 g/mol. It requires no special storage at ambient conditions and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Xylitol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
Need a different size? Add the nearest pack and change the size in your basket — we price it at the same rate per unit.
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100 g — £26.40 per pack ex VAT · £31.68 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £60.60 per pack ex VAT · £72.72 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 92~96℃ |
| Water | ≤0.2% |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| pH | 5.0~7.0 |
| Storage Temperature | +20 ℃ |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤100ppm |
| Assay | ≥99.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Reducing Sugar | ≤0.2% |
| Others | Polyols: ≤1.0% |
| Bacterial endotoxins | ≤4.0EU/g max |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤1ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤3ppm |
| Nickel (Ni) | ≤2ppm |
| Total Bacteria Count | ≤100CFU/g |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤200ppm |
| Mould & Yeast | ≤20CFU/g |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 28413340 |
| CAS Number | 87-99-0 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,4S)-pentane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol |
| EC Number | 201-788-0 |
| Molecular Formula | HOCH2[CH(OH)]3CH2OH |
| Molecular Weight | 152.15 |
| Exact Mass | 152.0685 |
| SMILES | C([C@H](C([C@H](CO)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | HEBKCHPVOIAQTA-NGQZWQHPSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H12O5/c6-1-3(8)5(10)4(9)2-7/h3-10H,1-2H2/t3-,4+,5? |
| PubChem CID | 6912 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29054950 |
| Tariff Code | 2905490085 |
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)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, 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
- (2S,4R)-pentane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol
- Adonit
- Adonite
- adonitol
- D-Xylitol
- Eutrit
- GlyTouCan:G06874YZ
- Klinit
- ribitol
- Xylite
Frequently asked questions
What is xylitol commonly used for?
Xylitol is primarily used as a sugar substitute in food and pharmaceuticals, dental care products (like sugar-free gum), and as a humectant in cosmetics and personal care items.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of xylitol?
The chemical formula is **HOCH₂[CH(OH)]₃CH₂OH**, and the molecular weight is **152.15 g/mol**.
How should xylitol be stored?
Xylitol should be stored at **ambient conditions** in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and contaminants.
What grades of xylitol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **food-grade, pharmaceutical-grade, and industrial-grade xylitol** depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply xylitol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply xylitol in **bulk quantities**, with flexible packaging options including drums, bags, or custom solutions.
What documentation comes with a xylitol order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a quality assurance certificate to ensure compliance and safety.
Ready to order or need a custom pack?
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