Dulcitol, 99%

Name: Dulcitol, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002485

About Dulcitol, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Dulcitol in Microbiology grade, a carbohydrate registered under CAS number 608-66-2 with a typical assay of 99%. Its molecular formula is C6H14O6 and its molecular weight is 182.17 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2R,3S,4R,5S)-hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol. Common synonyms include D-Galactitol and Galactitol.

In its supplied form it is a white powder or crystalline. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span glycobiology research, microbiology media, biochemical assays and analytical determinations. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Glycobiology research
Microbiology media
Biochemical assays
Analytical determinations

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Dulcitol, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002485
CAS Number	608-66-2
IUPAC name	(2R,3S,4R,5S)-hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₄O₆
Molecular weight	182.17 g/mol
Exact mass	182.079
Grade	Microbiology
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29054900
InChIKey	FBPFZTCFMRRESA-GUCUJZIJSA-N
SMILES	C([C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H](CO)O)O)O)O)O
PubChem CID	11850

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White powder or crystalline
LogP (XLogP3)	-3.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	6 / 6
TPSA	121 Å²
Synonyms	D-Galactitol, Galactitol, dulcite, dulcose, Melampyrin, Melampyrite, D-Dulcitol, meso-galactitol, GlyTouCan:G25565DN, (2R,3S,4R,5S)-Hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexaol, L-galactitol, rel-(2R,3S,4R,5S)-Hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexaol

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

Other grades of CAS 608-66-2

Dulcitol, ≥99.00%

CAS: 608-66-2
Formula: C₆H₁₄O₆
MW: 182.17 g/mol

VQ-046782

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Dulcitol, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Dulcitol, 99% is 608-66-2. It is also known as D-Galactitol, Galactitol, dulcite.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dulcitol, 99%?

Dulcitol, 99% has the molecular formula C6H14O6 and a molecular weight of 182.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2R,3S,4R,5S)-hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Dulcitol, 99% can I order?

We supply Dulcitol, 99% in Microbiology (99%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Dulcitol, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Dulcitol, 99% 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 Dulcitol, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Dulcitol, 99% 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.