Product Description of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone CAS#96-26-4
1,3-Dihydroxyacetone is a naturally generated ketose. It undergoes biological degradation, is fit for oral intake, and presents no hazards to humans and the natural environment. As a versatile functional component, it has widespread applications in personal care, pharmaceutical and food sectors.
1,3-Dihydroxyacetone Chemical Properties
| Melting point | 75-80 °C |
| Boiling point | 107.25°C (rough estimate) |
| Density | 1.1385 (rough estimate) |
| Vapor pressure | 0.002-0.33Pa at 20-50℃ |
| Refractive index | 1.4540 (estimate) |
| FEMA | 4033 | DIHYDROXYACETONE |
| Storage temp | Store at +2°C to +8°C. |
| Solubility | >112.4 mg/mL in DMSO; >5.09 mg/mL in EtOH with ultrasonic |
| Form | powder |
| Pka | 12.45±0.10(Predicted) |
| Color | White |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. minty |
| Odor Type | minty |
| Water Solubility | >250 g/L (20 ºC) |
| JECFA Number | 1716 |
| Stability | Stable. Combustible. Hygroscopic. |
| LogP | -1.95 at 20℃ |
| Surface tension | 68.85mN/m at 1g/L and 20℃ |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 96-26-4(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| NIST Chemistry Reference | 2-Propanone, 1,3-dihydroxy-(96-26-4) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | 2-Propanone, 1,3-dihydroxy- (96-26-4) |
| Safety Statements | 24/25 |
| HS Code | 29141900 |
| Hazardous Substances Data | 96-26-4(Hazardous Substances Data) |
| Toxicity | CHROMELIN ? DIHYDROXYACETONE ? 1,3DIHYDROXYACETONE ? 1,3-DIHYDROXYPROPANONE ? DIHYXAL ? NSC-24343 ? OTAN ? OXATONE ? SOLEAL ? 2PROPANONE, 1,3-DIHYDROXY- ? TRIULOSE ? VITICOLOR |
Product Application of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone CAS#96-26-4 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone acts as a pharma intermediate, chemical feedstock and food supplement. Within pharmaceutical development, it supports the synthesis of specific agents targeting cardiovascular conditions. For cosmetic formulations, it slows transepidermal water loss to keep skin hydrated, and delivers shielding effects against solar rays and UV exposure
