Inositol
- Createtime： 2026-04-14
- Updatetime： 2026-09-30
Product Details
| useage |
Industrial use
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| deliveryInfo |
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| appearance |
powder
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| Molecular Weight |
180.16
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| aliasen |
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| supplyCapacity |
50000MT/Month
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| harbor |
Qingdao,China
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| minorder |
1KG
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| Appearance |
White crystalline powder
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Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on industry of fine chemicals research and develop, produce and sale. Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is located in Shan Dong Ji Nan China. we have the ability to provide you high quality products. More than 90 % of our products are exported to developed countries and regions such as north America, Europe, Japan, South Korea and the Middle East.
Basic Information
Product Name: Inositol
CAS Number: 87-89-8
Alias: Myo-Inositol, Cyclohexanehexol
Molecular Formula: C6H12O6
Molecular Weight: 180.16
IUPAC Name: (1R,2R,3S,4S,5S,6R)-cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Cyclohexane polyol, vitamin-like nutrient
- Structural Features: Six-membered carbon ring with six hydroxyl groups evenly distributed, stable cyclic polyhydroxy structure
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: White fine crystalline powder
- Odor: Odorless, faint sweet taste
- Melting Point: 225–227 °C
- Solubility: Freely soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol; insoluble in ether, acetone
- Stability: Stable under normal sealed storage; heat-resistant, no decomposition under common processing temperature; compatible with acidic/neutral environment
Synthesis & Applications
Production Method
Extracted from plant phytic acid hydrolysis, then decolorized, crystallized and refined.
Main Applications
- Healthcare supplement: Regulate endocrine, improve ovarian health, support hair growth
- Food additive: Nutrition fortifier for dairy, beverage, infant formula
- Cosmetic raw material: Moisturizing and hair care ingredient
- Biochemical reagent: Cell culture medium additive
Safety & Storage Instructions
- Hazard Classification: Non-toxic, non-irritant
- Personal Protection: Ordinary dust mask and gloves for powder handling
- Storage Condition: Hermetically sealed, cool dry ventilated warehouse, moisture-proof
- Transportation: General goods, avoid damp and extrusion
Quality Specifications
- Purity: ≥99.0% (HPLC)
- Loss on Drying: ≤0.5%
- Residue on Ignition: ≤0.1%
- Heavy Metal (Pb): ≤10 ppm
Information Summary Table
| Item | Specification |
| CAS Number | 87-89-8 |
| Product Name | Inositol |
| Synonym | Myo-Inositol |
| Molecular Formula | C6H12O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 180.16 |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Solubility | Easily soluble in water |
| Purity Standard | ≥99.0% |
| Storage Condition | Sealed cool dry warehouse, moisture-proof |
| Hazard Property | Non-toxic, non-irritant |
| Main Usage | Nutritional supplement, food fortifier, cosmetic raw material |
