Inositol
CAS 6917-35-7
EC 230-024-9
Formula C6H12O6
MW 180.16 g/mol
Vitamins & Nutrients Pharmaceuticals & HealthcareFood & NutritionAgriculture & FeedPersonal Care & Cosmetics Antioxidant & StabilizerHumectant & Moisturizing
Description
Inositol (CAS 6917-35-7, EC 230-024-9, formula C6H12O6) is a naturally occurring carbocyclic sugar alcohol, also known as Inosite or NSC 8101, belonging to the Vitamins & Nutrients category. It carries no assigned E-code and is classified as a solid ingredient measured in milligrams of active substance.
In food and pharmaceutical manufacturing, inositol functions as a humectant by binding water molecules within formulations, extending moisture retention in nutritional supplements and functional foods. In personal care applications, it acts as an antioxidant stabiliser, protecting formulation integrity against oxidative degradation, while in agriculture it supports feed nutrient profiles.
Inositol is supplied as a white crystalline solid and is available in food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade specifications aligned with FCC and Ph.Eur. standards. It is subject to REACH registration requirements within the European market. Procurement teams should confirm grade suitability against applicable regional regulatory frameworks prior to sourcing.
In food and pharmaceutical manufacturing, inositol functions as a humectant by binding water molecules within formulations, extending moisture retention in nutritional supplements and functional foods. In personal care applications, it acts as an antioxidant stabiliser, protecting formulation integrity against oxidative degradation, while in agriculture it supports feed nutrient profiles.
Inositol is supplied as a white crystalline solid and is available in food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade specifications aligned with FCC and Ph.Eur. standards. It is subject to REACH registration requirements within the European market. Procurement teams should confirm grade suitability against applicable regional regulatory frameworks prior to sourcing.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 252 °C |
| Boiling Point | 291.3±40.0 °C(Predicted) |
| Density | 2.038±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Appearance | White crystals; odorless; sweet taste. Soluble in water; insoluble in absolute alcohol and ether. Stable to heat, strong acid, and alkali. Amounts are expressed in milligrams of inositol. |
| Color | White to off-white |
| Form | Solid |
Safety & Handling (Learn More)
Warning GHS07
H
H315H319H335
P
P261P264P271P280P319P321P405P501P264+P265P302+P352P304+P340P332+P317P337+P317P362+P364P403+P233P305+P351+P338
Other Names
inositols1,2,3,4,5,6-cyclohexanehexolcyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexolInositelnosMtollnositolHexahydroxycyclohexane
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