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Quinate

Also known as (1S,3R,4S,5R)-1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxycyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid, quinic acid, D-(-)-Quinic acid

CAS 7729-33-1Formula C7H12O6Molar mass 192.17 g/molEC 201-072-8
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Quinate chemical structure, C7H12O6, CAS 7729-33-1
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
7729-33-1
Formula
C7H12O6
Molar mass
192.17 g/mol
EC number
201-072-8
HS code
291819
Category
Cosmetic ingredients

What is Quinate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

(-)-quinic acid is the ()-enantiomer of quinic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a (-)-quinate. It is an enantiomer of a (+)-quinic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
trans-(3R,5R)-1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxycyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid
CAS number
7729-33-1Other or deprecated CAS: 36413-60-2, 77-95-2
EC number
201-072-8
Molecular formula
C7H12O6
UNII
058C04BGYI
MDL number
MFCD00003864
INCI name
QUINIC ACID
InChIKey
AAWZDTNXLSGCEK-LNVDRNJUSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H12O6/c8-3-1-7(13,6(11)12)2-4(9)5(3)10/h3-5,8-10,13H,1-2H2,(H,11,12)/t3-,4-,5?,7?/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
O=C(O)C1(O)CC(O)C(O)C(O)C1
Isomeric SMILES
C1[C@H](C([C@@H](CC1(C(=O)O)O)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • (1S,3R,4S,5R)-1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxycyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid
  • quinic acid
  • D-(-)-Quinic acid
  • (-)-quinic acid
  • Chinic acid
  • Kinic acid
  • Chinasaure
  • D-Quinic acid
  • D(-)-Quinic acid
  • L-Quinic acid
  • L-Quinate
  • (1S,3R,4S,5R)-1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxycyclohexanecarboxylic acid
  • (3R,5R)-1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxycyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid
  • (1alpha,3R,4alpha,5R)-1,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxycyclohexanecarboxylic acid
  • (-)-1,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxycyclohexanecarboxylic acid
  • DivK1c_006515
  • (3r,5r)-1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxycyclohexanecarboxylic acid
  • Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxy-, (-)-
  • Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxy-, (1R-(1-alpha,3-alpha,4-alpha,5-beta))-
  • Sdccgmls-0066613.p001
  • D-(-)-Kinic Acid
  • 1,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxycyclohexanecarboxylic acid (1R-(1alpha,3alpha,4alpha,5beta)
  • Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxy-, (1R-(1alpha,3alpha,4alpha,5beta))-
  • Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxy-, (1theta-(1alpha,3alpha,4alpha,5beta))-
  • 1L-1(OH),3,4/5-Tetrahydroxycyclohexanecarboxylic acid
Show all 35 synonyms
  • Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1,3,4,5-tetrahydroxy-, (1alpha,3R,4alpha,5R)-
  • Chinate
  • Kinate
  • quinine acid
  • 1L-1(OH),3,4/5-Tetrahydroxycyclohexanecarboxylate
  • Rel-Quinic Acid
  • 4gui
  • 4iuo
  • (-)Quinic acid
  • QIC

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
192.17 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
192.0634 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-2.32calc.
Topological polar surface area
118.2 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
5calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
13calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.86calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
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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Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name QUINIC ACID(buffering)

Roles

  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • pH regulating agent

Cosmetic functions

  • Buffering

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Quinate?

(-)-quinic acid is the ()-enantiomer of quinic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a (-)-quinate. It is an enantiomer of a (+)-quinic acid.

What is the CAS number of Quinate?

The CAS registry number of Quinate is 7729-33-1. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 36413-60-2, 77-95-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Quinate?

The molecular formula of Quinate is C7H12O6 and its molar mass is 192.17 g/mol.

What is Quinate used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Quinate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Quinate 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 Quinate?

Quinate is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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