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Inositol

IUPAC: cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol

C6H12O6 Organic Compounds CAS 87-89-8
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Formula / NotationC6H12O6
CAS Number87-89-8
Molecular Weight180.16
Also Known Ascyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol; an inositol; RefChem:1076961; Scyllo-inositol; myo-inositol; Muco-Inositol; epi-Inositol; Allo-inositol; i-Inositol; 87-89-8
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is Inositol?

Myo-inositol is an inositol having myo- configuration. It has a role as a member of compatible osmolytes, a nutrient, an EC 3.1.4.11 (phosphoinositide phospholipase C) inhibitor, a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite, a human metabolite and a Daphnia magna metabolite.

Formula & Notation

C6H12O6

IUPAC Name: cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol

Other Names / Synonyms: cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol; an inositol; RefChem:1076961; Scyllo-inositol; myo-inositol; Muco-Inositol; epi-Inositol; Allo-inositol; i-Inositol; 87-89-8

Properties & Characteristics

Molecular formula: C6H12O6. Molecular weight: 180.16 g/mol. LogP: -3.7.

Uses & Applications

Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.

Safety Information

Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Inositol
Formula C6H12O6
CAS Number 87-89-8
Molecular Weight 180.16
Synonyms cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol; an inositol; RefChem:1076961; Scyllo-inositol; myo-inositol; Muco-Inositol; epi-Inositol; Allo-inositol; i-Inositol; 87-89-8

Frequently Asked Questions

Myo-inositol is an inositol having myo- configuration. It has a role as a member of compatible osmolytes, a nutrient, an EC 3.1.4.11 (phosphoinositide phospholipase C) inhibitor, a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite, a human metabolite and a Daphnia magna metabolite.

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