Description

Dulcitol is a naturally occurring hexitol sugar alcohol, widely recognized for its utility as a biochemical reagent and pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its high purity and consistent performance in demanding research and manufacturing processes. It serves as a critical component for laboratories in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and fine chemical synthesis sectors seeking reliable, high-grade raw materials.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard, substrate, or carbon source in microbiological media and enzymatic studies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral building block or starting material in the synthesis of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the formulation of clinical diagnostic kits and assays, particularly those testing for metabolic pathways.
• Food & Beverage Research: Acts as a non-metabolizable sugar analog or a low-calorie sweetener model in nutritional studies.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Utilized as a humectant or skin-conditioning agent in high-end cosmetic and personal care products.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Applied in fermentation processes and as a component in specialized industrial biotransformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dulcitol
CAS No.	6051-87-2
Molecular Formula	C6H14O6
Molecular Weight	182.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Galactitol; Dulcite; Melampyrit; Euonymit; (2R,3S,4R,5S)-Hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol; NSC 9234
EINECS	227-973-9

Quality Control

Our Dulcitol is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting compliance with relevant specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	188°C - 192°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details

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