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Dextrin

Also known as Dextrid, Dextrins, Fortodex

CAS 9004-53-9Formula C18H32O16Molar mass 504.44 g/molEC 232-675-4
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Dextrin chemical structure, C18H32O16, CAS 9004-53-9
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CAS number
9004-53-9
Formula
C18H32O16
Molar mass
504.44 g/mol
EC number
232-675-4
HS code
294000
Category
Carbohydrates and sugars

What is Dextrin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Dextrin has been reported in Streptomyces.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-4,5-dihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(2R,3S,4R,5R,6S)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]oxyoxan-3-yl]oxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol
CAS number
9004-53-9 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
232-675-4
Molecular formula
C18H32O16
MDL number
MFCD00081554
INCI name
DEXTRIN
InChIKey
FYGDTMLNYKFZSV-MRCIVHHJSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H32O16/c19-1-4-7(22)8(23)12(27)17(31-4)34-15-6(3-21)32-18(13(28)10(15)25)33-14-5(2-20)30-16(29)11(26)9(14)24/h4-29H,1-3H2/t4-,5-,6-,7-,8+,9-,10-,11-,12-,13-,14-,15-,16+,17?,18?/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
OCC1OC(OC2C(CO)OC(OC3C(CO)OC(O)C(O)C3O)C(O)C2O)C(O)C(O)C1O
Isomeric SMILES
C([C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C(O1)O[C@@H]2[C@H](OC([C@@H]([C@H]2O)O)O[C@@H]3[C@H](O[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]3O)O)O)CO)CO)O)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • Dextrid
  • Dextrins
  • Fortodex
  • Corn dextrin
  • Dextrina Bianca
  • Dextrin 3
  • Caloreen
  • Dextrine
  • Amaizo 1706
  • Amaizo 1752S
  • Aquaflake 31
  • Arabix 6
  • Arabix 7
  • Avedex 35
  • Avedex 58MD14
  • Avedex 58MD14C
  • Avedex W 15
  • Avedex W 90
  • Canary S 8032
  • CPC 8071
  • Cream Dextrin 15
  • Crystal Tex 627
  • D 400E
  • Dextrin (corn)
  • Dextrin 10
Show all 39 synonyms
  • Dextrin 101
  • Dextrin 1104
  • Dextrin 12
  • Dextrin 1719
  • Dextrin 20
  • DF 2600
  • Eclipse G
  • EDW 90
  • Electrocol 70
  • Emdex 30An45
  • Farinex CO 2
  • Farinex MJ
  • Fibersol 2
  • GlyTouCan:G74207OC

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
504.44 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
504.169 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-7.57calc.
Topological polar surface area
268.7 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
11calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
16calc.
Rotatable bonds
7calc.
Heavy atoms
34calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
15calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (3 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CCC(OC2CCC(OC3CCCOC3)OC2)OC1

C1CCC(OC2CCC(OC3CCCOC3)OC2)OC1

3 rings, 20 atoms.

82 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Processing Aids and Additives, Safer Chemical Classes, Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name DEXTRIN(absorbent, binding, bulking, viscosity controlling)

Roles

  • anti-HIV agent
  • antimicrobial agent
  • antineoplastic agent
  • antiviral agent
  • cardiovascular drug
  • pharmaceutical

Functional uses

  • Absorbent
  • Adhesion/cohesion promoter
  • Anti-caking agent
  • Binder
  • Drier
  • Filler
  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • Fragrance
  • Processing aids not otherwise specified
  • Solvent
  • Thickening agent
  • Viscosity modifier

Cosmetic functions

  • Absorbent
  • Binding
  • Bulking
  • Viscosity controlling

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • Safer Choice ingredient list (USA)
  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce, Regulatory flags: Exempt from Chemical Data Reporting

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Dextrin is traded under.

HS 2940.00Indicative HS code

Sugar ethers, sugar acetals and sugar esters, and their salts, other than the products of heading 29.37…

World exports in 2024
$1.4B
−5.4% vs 2023, imports $1.42B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany23.7%
  2. China20.6%
  3. United States11.5%
Top importers
  1. United States14.0%
  2. Japan7.4%
  3. Germany6.1%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Dextrin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Dextrin, based on the data on this page

What is Dextrin?

Dextrin has been reported in Streptomyces.

What is the CAS number of Dextrin?

The CAS registry number of Dextrin is 9004-53-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Dextrin?

The molecular formula of Dextrin is C18H32O16 and its molar mass is 504.44 g/mol.

What is Dextrin used for?

Use classes: Processing Aids and Additives, Safer Chemical Classes, Cosmetics.

Is Dextrin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Dextrin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Dextrin?

Dextrin is usually classified under HS code 294000 (Sugars, chemically pure, other than sucrose, lactose, maltose, glucose and fructose…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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