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Xylitol
English name: Xylitol
Other names: birch sugar, xylite, D-xylitol
CAS: 87-99-0
EC/EINECS: 201-788-0
Molecular formula: C5H12O5
Molar mass: 152.15 g/mol
Appearance: white crystalline powder or white crystals
Product description
Xylitol is an organic chemical compound belonging to the group of sugar alcohols, also known as polyols. Chemically, it is not a simple sugar, but a polyhydroxy aliphatic alcohol. It usually occurs in the form of white crystals or a white crystalline powder.
The product may be used as a chemical raw material, auxiliary substance or component of technical and laboratory formulations. Due to the presence of numerous hydroxyl groups, xylitol may be used in research and applications requiring polyhydroxy compounds.
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
Molecular formula: C5H12O5
Molar mass: 152.15 g/mol
CAS number: 87-99-0
EC/EINECS number: 201-788-0
Melting point: approximately 94–97°C
Density: approximately 1.515 g/cm³
Solubility in water: readily soluble
Chemical character: sugar alcohol, polyhydroxy compound
Applications
Xylitol may be used as a raw material in the chemical industry and as a component of mixtures and technical formulations. Due to its chemical structure containing several hydroxyl groups, it may be used in laboratory, analytical and research work concerning sugar alcohols, polyols and multifunctional compounds.
The product may be used in studies concerning solubility, crystalline properties, interactions in aqueous solutions and processes where a stable polyhydroxy compound is required.
Safety
According to available safety data sheets, xylitol 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.