Description

Arabinitol is a versatile sugar alcohol (alditol) with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis and life science research. Its unique stereochemistry and functional groups make it a valuable chiral building block and precursor for pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and specialty materials. This high-purity compound is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral drugs, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies, enzymology, and carbohydrate chemistry research.
• Food & Nutraceutical Ingredient: Potential use as a low-calorie sweetener or bulking agent in specialty dietary formulations, subject to regulatory approval.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Functions as a humectant and moisturizing agent in high-end skincare and cosmetic products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a starting material or protecting group agent in organic synthesis for producing complex molecules and polymers.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the formulation of clinical diagnostic kits and assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	Arabinitol
CAS No.	2152-56-9
Molecular Formula	C5H12O5
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Arabinitol; D-Arabitol; (2R,4R)-Pentane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol; D-Arabino-pentitol; D-Lyxitol; Arabitol; D-(-)-Arabitol; NSC 92338
EINECS	218-440-9

Quality Control

Our Arabinitol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	-7.0° to -9.0° (c=5 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.