Dihydroxyacetone, 98%

Name: Dihydroxyacetone, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008113

About Dihydroxyacetone, 98%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Dihydroxyacetone, a carbonyl building block registered under CAS number 96-26-4 at a purity of 98%. With the molecular formula C3H6O3, it has a molar mass of 90.08 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-one. Common synonyms include 1,3-Dihydroxidimethyl ketone and DHA.

The material typically appears as a white to almost white powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 96.5 °C and a density of 1.52 g/cm3 at 20 °C. Store it at 2–8 °C, in a tightly closed container. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination, API intermediates and catalysis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates
Catalysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Dihydroxyacetone, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008113
CAS Number	96-26-4
IUPAC name	1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-one
Molecular formula	C₃H₆O₃
Molecular weight	90.08 g/mol
Exact mass	90.0317
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29329900
InChIKey	RXKJFZQQPQGTFL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(=O)CO)O
PubChem CID	670

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to almost white powder
Melting point	96.5 °C
Density	1.52 g/cm3 at 20 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	1,3-Dihydroxidimethyl ketone, DHA, 1,3-dihydroxyacetone, glycerone, Chromelin, 1,3-Dihydroxy-2-propanone, Oxantin, Triulose, Dihyxal, Oxatone, Soleal, 2-Propanone, 1,3-dihydroxy-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May 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.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Dihydroxyacetone, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Dihydroxyacetone, 98% is 96-26-4. It is also known as 1,3-Dihydroxidimethyl ketone, DHA, 1,3-dihydroxyacetone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dihydroxyacetone, 98%?

Dihydroxyacetone, 98% has the molecular formula C3H6O3 and a molecular weight of 90.08 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of Dihydroxyacetone, 98% can I order?

We supply Dihydroxyacetone, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Dihydroxyacetone, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 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 Dihydroxyacetone, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 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 Dihydroxyacetone, 98% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.