Erythritol Erytrol

Erythritol Erytrol

English name: Erythritol
Other names: erytrol, erythritol, meso-erythritol
CAS: 149-32-6
EC/EINECS: 205-737-3
Molecular formula: C4H10O4
Molar mass: 122.12 g/mol
Appearance: white crystalline powder or white crystals

Product description

Erythritol, also known as erytrol, is an organic chemical compound belonging to the group of sugar alcohols, also known as polyols. It usually occurs as a white crystalline powder with a neutral odour. Chemically, it is a polyhydroxy compound, which makes it suitable for laboratory, technical and analytical work involving polyols and polyhydroxy compounds.

The product may be used as a chemical raw material, auxiliary substance or component of technical formulations. Due to its good solubility in water, stability and structure containing several hydroxyl groups, it is used in studies concerning the physicochemical properties of sugar alcohols, interactions in aqueous solutions and crystallisation processes.

The product is intended exclusively for laboratory, technical, analytical and industrial applications. It is not intended for consumption, supplementation, medical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic or similar consumer use.

Physicochemical properties

Appearance: crystalline powder or crystals
Colour: white
Odour: odourless or practically odourless
Molecular formula: C4H10O4
Molar mass: 122.12 g/mol
CAS number: 149-32-6
EC/EINECS number: 205-737-3
Melting point: approximately 118–121°C
Solubility in water: readily soluble
Chemical character: sugar alcohol, polyol, polyhydroxy compound

Applications

Erythritol may be used as a chemical raw material and as a component of mixtures and technical formulations. In laboratory and analytical work, it may be used in studies on sugar alcohols, polyols and multifunctional compounds containing numerous hydroxyl groups.

The product may be used in analyses concerning solubility, crystalline properties, thermal stability, behaviour in aqueous solutions and interactions between organic compounds. It may also be used as an auxiliary component in technological processes where a stable, crystalline polyhydroxy compound is required.

Safety

According to available data, erythritol is not classified as a hazardous substance under GHS/CLP criteria.

Signal word: none

Hazard statements:

No GHS classification

Precautionary statements:

No specific P-statements resulting from GHS classification

First aid

Eye contact: rinse eyes carefully with water for several minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.

Skin contact: wash skin with soap and water. If irritation occurs, consult a doctor.

Inhalation: move the affected person to fresh air. If symptoms occur, seek medical advice.

Ingestion: rinse mouth with water. If feeling unwell, seek medical advice.

Storage and handling

Store the product in a tightly closed container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Protect from moisture, contamination and incompatible materials. During handling, avoid the formation and inhalation of dust. The use of standard personal protective equipment is recommended, such as protective gloves, safety goggles and respiratory protection in case of dust formation risk.