1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98%
Synonyms: 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone dimer · 2,5-Dihydroxydioxane-2,5-dimethanol · Dihydroxyacetone dimer · 1,3-Dihydroxypropan-2-one dimer
1,3-Dihydroxyacetone (CAS 26776-70-5) – alcohol building block, Synthesis grade, 98%. C6H12O6, MW 180.16. Vaqora Chemicals: COA, global shipping.
About 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98%
Listed under CAS 26776-70-5, 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone is an alcohol building block available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade at a purity of 98%. Formula C6H12O6, molecular weight 180.16 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,4-dioxane-2,5-diol. Alternative names: 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone dimer and 2,5-Dihydroxydioxane-2,5-dimethanol.
It is supplied as white to off-white powder or crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 75-80 °C. Store it at 2–8 °C, in a tightly closed container. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.
Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.
Vaqora Chemicals supplies 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98% |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-009936 |
| CAS Number | 26776-70-5 |
| IUPAC name | 2,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,4-dioxane-2,5-diol |
| Molecular formula | C6H12O6 |
| Molecular weight | 180.16 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 180.0634 |
| Grade | Synthesis |
| Purity / assay | 98% |
| HSN code | 29420090 |
| InChIKey | KEQUNHIAUQQPAC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | C1C(OCC(O1)(CO)O)(CO)O |
| PubChem CID | 4180364 |
| Physical form | Crystalline |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder or crystals |
| Melting point | 75-80 °C |
| LogP (XLogP3) | -3.1 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 4 / 6 |
| TPSA | 99.4 Ų |
| Storage | 2–8 °C |
| Synonyms | 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone dimer, 2,5-Dihydroxydioxane-2,5-dimethanol, Dihydroxyacetone dimer, 1,3-Dihydroxypropan-2-one dimer, 2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dimethanol, trans-2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-Dioxane-2,5-dimethanol, 1,4-Dioxane-2,5-dimethanol, 2,5-dihydroxy-, 1.3-dihydroxyacetone dimer, 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone dimer, 97%, 2,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,4-dioxane-2,5-diol/1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-one |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statements
H315Causes skin irritationH319Causes serious eye irritationH335May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98%?
The CAS Registry Number of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98% is 26776-70-5. It is also known as 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone dimer, 2,5-Dihydroxydioxane-2,5-dimethanol, Dihydroxyacetone dimer.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98%?
1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98% has the molecular formula C6H12O6 and a molecular weight of 180.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,4-dioxane-2,5-diol.
Which grade and pack sizes of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98% can I order?
We supply 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98%?
Yes. Every lot of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.
Can 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98% be shipped internationally?
Yes. 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.
How should 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, 98% be stored?
2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.
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