L-Sorbitol

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L-Sorbitol Structure
L-Sorbitol structure
Common Name L-Sorbitol
CAS Number 6706-59-8 Molecular Weight 182.17200
Density 1.596g/cm3 Boiling Point 494.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula C6H14O6 Melting Point 166-168ºC
MSDS N/A Flash Point 292.5ºC

 Use of L-Sorbitol


L-Sorbitol is a biochemical reagent that can be used as a biological material or organic compound for life science related research.

 Names

Name L-glucitol
Synonym More Synonyms

 L-Sorbitol Biological Activity

Description L-Sorbitol is a biochemical reagent that can be used as a biological material or organic compound for life science related research.
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 Chemical & Physical Properties

Density 1.596g/cm3
Boiling Point 494.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Melting Point 166-168ºC
Molecular Formula C6H14O6
Molecular Weight 182.17200
Flash Point 292.5ºC
Exact Mass 182.07900
PSA 121.38000
Index of Refraction 1.597

 MSDS

L-Sorbitol
SAFETY DATA SHEET

Section1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE AND OF THE SUPPLIER
Product name:L-Sorbitol

Section2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the GHS
PHYSICAL HAZARDSNot classified
HEALTH HAZARDSNot classified
Not classified
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
GHS label elements
None
Pictograms or hazard symbols
Signal wordNo signal word
None
Hazard statement
Precautionary statementsNone

Section3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substance/mixture:Substance
Component(s):L-Sorbitol
Percent:>95.0%(GC)
CAS Number:6706-59-8
Chemical Formula:C6H14O6

Section4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation:Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
Skin contact:Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with
water/shower. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
Eye contact:Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical
advice/attention.
Ingestion:Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.
Protection of first-aiders:A rescuer should wear personal protective equipment, such as rubber gloves and air-
tight goggles.

Section5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishingDry chemical, foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
media:
Specific methods:Fire-extinguishing work is done from the windward and the suitable fire-extinguishing
method according to the surrounding situation is used. Uninvolved persons should
evacuate to a safe place. In case of fire in the surroundings: Remove movable
containers if safe to do so.
Special protectiveWhen extinguishing fire, be sure to wear personal protective equipment.
equipment for firefighters:
L-Sorbitol

Section6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions,Use personal protective equipment. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
protective equipment and Entry to non-involved personnel should be controlled around the leakage area by
emergency procedures: roping off, etc.
Environmental precautions: Prevent product from entering drains.
Methods and materials for Sweep dust to collect it into an airtight container, taking care not to disperse it.
containment and cleaning Adhered or collected material should be promptly disposed of, in accordance with
up: appropriate laws and regulations.

Section7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Technical measures:Handling is performed in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective equipment.
Prevent dispersion of dust. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling.
Use a local exhaust if dust or aerosol will be generated.
Advice on safe handling:Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Storage
Storage conditions:Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool and dark place.
Store away from incompatible materials such as oxidizing agents.
Packaging material:Law is followed.

Section8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering controls:Install a closed system or local exhaust as possible so that workers should not be
exposed directly. Also install safety shower and eye bath.
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection: Dust respirator. Follow local and national regulations.
Hand protection:Protective gloves.
Eye protection:Safety glasses. A face-shield, if the situation requires.
Skin and body protection: Protective clothing. Protective boots, if the situation requires.

Section9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Solid
Physical state (20°C):
Odor:Odorless
pH: 5 - 6 (1% H2O soln.)
Melting point/freezing point:No data available
Boiling Point/Range:No data available
No data available
Flash Point:
Explosive limits
Lower:No data available
Upper:No data available
Density:No data available
Solubility:Soluble in : Water

Section10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stable under proper conditions.
Stability:
Reactivity:No special reactivity has been reported.
Incompartible materials: oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide
Products:

Section11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity:No data available
Skin corrosion/irritation: No data available
Serious eyeNo data available
damage/irritation:
Germ cell mutagenicity: No data available
Carcinogenicity:
L-Sorbitol

Section11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
IARC =No data available
NTP =No data available
Reproductive toxicity:No data available

Section12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity:
Fish:No data available
Crustacea:No data available
No data available
Algae:
Persistence / degradability: No data available
No data available
Bioaccumulative
potential(BCF):
Mobillity in soil
log Pow:No data available
Soil adsorption (Koc):No data available
Henry's LawNo data available
constant(PaM3/mol):

Section13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Recycle to process, if possible. Consult your local regional authorities. You may be able to dissolve or mix material
with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber system.
Observe all federal, state and local regulations when disposing of the substance.

Section14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Hazards Class:Does not correspond to the classification standard of the United Nations
UN-No:Not Listed

Section15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Safe management ordinance of dangerous chemical product (State Council announces on January 26,
2002): Safe use and production, the storage of a dangerous chemical, transport, loading and unloading were
prescribed.


SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A

 Safety Information

HS Code 2905499000

 Customs

HS Code 2905499000
Summary 2905499000 other polyhydric alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

 Synonyms

L-Glucitol
L-Sorbitol
Gulitol
D-Gulitol
(2R,3S,4S,5S)-hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol