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Quercitol

Also known as (+)-Quercitol, d-Quercitol, (1R,2S,4S,5R)-cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol

CAS 488-73-3Formula C6H12O5Molar mass 164.16 g/mol
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Quercitol chemical structure, C6H12O5, CAS 488-73-3
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
488-73-3
Formula
C6H12O5
Molar mass
164.16 g/mol
HS code
290619
Category
Alcohols and polyols

What is Quercitol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

(+)-quercitol is a cyclitol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(1R,2S,4S,5R)-cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol
CAS number
488-73-3 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C6H12O5
UNII
M8H1D7SDLM
MDL number
MFCD06797163
InChIKey
IMPKVMRTXBRHRB-MBMOQRBOSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H12O5/c7-2-1-3(8)5(10)6(11)4(2)9/h2-11H,1H2/t2-,3-,4+,5+/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
OC1CC(O)C(O)C(O)C1O
Isomeric SMILES
C1[C@H]([C@@H](C([C@H]([C@@H]1O)O)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • (+)-Quercitol
  • d-Quercitol
  • (1R,2S,4S,5R)-cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol
  • Acorn sugar
  • D-chiro-Inositol, 2-deoxy-
  • 1L-1,3,4/2,5-cyclohexanepentol
  • D-1-deoxy-muco-inositol
  • (+)-Protoquercitol
  • Quercitol, d-
  • Inositol, 2-deoxy-, D-chiro-
  • (+)-proto-Quercitol
  • 5-Deoxyinositol
  • (1~{R},2~{S},4~{S},5~{R})-cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol
  • 2-Deoxy-myo-inositol
  • (1R,2S,4S,5R)-Cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentaol

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
164.16 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
164.0685 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-2.81calc.
Topological polar surface area
101.2 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
5calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
4calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 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, C1CCCCC1

C1CCCCC1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Cyclohexane ring system.

24,737 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

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2906.19Indicative HS code

Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic, other

World exports in 2024
$613M
+18.7% vs 2023, imports $606M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China34.2%
  2. India * partner reported10.1%
  3. Germany9.5%
Top importers
  1. United States19.8%
  2. Germany9.0%
  3. India * partner reported8.4%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Quercitol?

(+)-quercitol is a cyclitol.

What is the CAS number of Quercitol?

The CAS registry number of Quercitol is 488-73-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Quercitol?

The molecular formula of Quercitol is C6H12O5 and its molar mass is 164.16 g/mol.

What is Quercitol used for?

Known uses and roles of Quercitol include building blocks in research and laboratory and screening compounds in research and laboratory.

Is Quercitol hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Quercitol 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 Quercitol?

Quercitol is usually classified under HS code 290619 (Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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