Inositol

Name: Inositol
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004240

About Inositol

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Inositol in IP/BP/USP grade, an active pharmaceutical ingredient registered under CAS number 87-89-8 at a purity of ≥98.0%. Its molecular formula is C6H12O6 and its molecular weight is 180.16 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol. It is also known as an inositol or Scyllo-inositol.

The material typically appears as white crystals or white crystalline powder, odorless,sweet taste. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

This API belongs to our vitamins, excipients and other APIs portfolio and is supplied to IP/BP/USP specifications for formulators, contract manufacturers and generic drug developers. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Inositol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development
Nutraceutical & excipient use

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Inositol
Catalogue No.	VQ-004240
CAS Number	87-89-8
IUPAC name	cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₂O₆
Molecular weight	180.16 g/mol
Exact mass	180.0634
Grade	IP/BP/USP
Purity / assay	≥98.0%
InChIKey	CDAISMWEOUEBRE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1(C(C(C(C(C1O)O)O)O)O)O
PubChem CID	892

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White crystals or white crystalline powder, odorless,sweet taste
LogP (XLogP3)	-3.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	6 / 6
TPSA	121 Å²
Synonyms	an inositol, Scyllo-inositol, myo-inositol, Muco-Inositol, epi-Inositol, Allo-inositol, D-chiro-Inositol, i-Inositol, meso-Inositol, 1D-Chiro-inositol, Neo-inositol, 1L-Chiro-inositol

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 87-89-8

Biochemistry

Inositol, 99%

CAS: 87-89-8
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
MW: 180.16 g/mol

VQ-003845

AR

Inositol, AR >98%

CAS: 87-89-8
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
MW: 180.16 g/mol

VQ-045914

Cell Culture

Inositol, cell culture tested

CAS: 87-89-8
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
MW: 180.16 g/mol

VQ-046421

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Inositol?

The CAS Registry Number of Inositol is 87-89-8. It is also known as an inositol, Scyllo-inositol, myo-inositol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Inositol?

Inositol has the molecular formula C6H12O6 and a molecular weight of 180.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Inositol can I order?

We supply Inositol in IP/BP/USP (≥98.0%) grade, in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Inositol?

Yes. Every lot of Inositol 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 Inositol be shipped internationally?

Yes. Inositol 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.