Agar
IUPAC: (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[[(4R,5S)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-2,6-dioxabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-8-yl]oxy]-4-methoxyoxane-3,5-diol
| Formula / Notation | C14H24O9 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 9002-18-0 |
| Molecular Weight | 336.33 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in cold water; soluble in boiling water |
| Appearance | Agar is odourless or has a slight characteristic odour. Unground agar usually occurs in bundles consisting of thin, membranous, agglutinated strips, or in cut, flaked or granulated forms. It may be... |
| Also Known As | (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[[(4R,5S)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-2,6-dioxabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-8-yl]oxy]-4-methoxyoxane-3,5-diol; 9002-18-0; Gelose; Ceylon; Chinese gelatin; Japan isinglass; Bengal gelatin; Layor carang; Bengal isinglass; Ceylon isinglass |
| Category | Polymers & Plastics |
What is Agar?
Agar (C14H24O9) is a polymer or plastic that appears as Agar is odourless or has a slight characteristic odour. Unground agar usually occurs in bundles consisting of thin, membranous, agglutinated strips, or in cut, flaked or granulated forms. It may be.... It has a molecular weight of 336.33 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[[(4R,5S)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-2,6-dioxabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-8-yl]oxy]-4-methoxyoxane-3,5-diol.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[[(4R,5S)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-2,6-dioxabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-8-yl]oxy]-4-methoxyoxane-3,5-diol
Other Names / Synonyms: (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[[(4R,5S)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-2,6-dioxabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-8-yl]oxy]-4-methoxyoxane-3,5-diol; 9002-18-0; Gelose; Ceylon; Chinese gelatin; Japan isinglass; Bengal gelatin; Layor carang; Bengal isinglass; Ceylon isinglass
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 336.33 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in cold water; soluble in boiling water |
| Appearance | Agar is odourless or has a slight characteristic odour. Unground agar usually occurs in bundles consisting of thin, membranous, agglutinated strips, or in cut, flaked or granulated forms. It may be... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Agar (C14H24O9) is a polymer or plastic that appears as Agar is odourless or has a slight characteristic odour. Unground agar usually occurs in bundles consisting of thin, membranous, agglutinated strips, or in cut, flaked or granulated forms. It may be.... It has a molecular weight of 336.33 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[[(4R,5S)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-2,6-dioxabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-8-yl]oxy]-4-methoxyoxane-3,5-diol.
Used in packaging, construction materials, automotive components, textiles, biomedical applications, and consumer products.
Generally low acute toxicity in solid form. Some can release hazardous fumes when heated or burned. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Agar is: C14H24O9