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Inositol

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Buy Inositol (CAS 87-89-8) from Zemixal: C6H12O6, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping. Exported from India with full paperwork.

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Inositol chemical structure
CAS number87-89-8
FormulaC6H12O6
Molar mass180.16 g/mol
Physical formCrystalline
Purity≥98.0%
InChIKeyCDAISMWEOUEBRE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC namecyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol

About Inositol

Inositol sits in our vitamins, Excipients & Other APIs section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. For your records (IP/BP/USP), the material is defined by CAS 87-89-8, formula C6H12O6 and molar mass 180.16 g/mol. It is described as white crystals or white crystalline powder, odorless,sweet taste.

Use cases we see most often

  • Pharmaceutical formulation
  • Generic drug development
  • Nutraceutical & excipient use

Handling and storage

It carries the GHS signal word Warning (H315, H319 and H335), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Order it in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. Every shipment includes a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

Typical uses

  • Pharmaceutical formulation
  • Generic drug development
  • Nutraceutical & excipient use

Applications

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Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Inositol
Product nameInositol
Catalogue numberZX-004240
CAS number87-89-8
IUPAC namecyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol
Molecular formulaC6H12O6
Molar mass180.16 g/mol
Exact mass180.0634
GradeIP/BP/USP
Purity / assay≥98.0%
Physical formCrystalline
AppearanceWhite crystals or white crystalline powder, odorless,sweet taste
XLogP3-3.7
H-bond donors / acceptors6 / 6
Topological polar surface area121 Ų
InChIKeyCDAISMWEOUEBRE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESC1(C(C(C(C(C1O)O)O)O)O)O
PubChem CID892
Synonymsan inositol, Scyllo-inositol, myo-inositol, Muco-Inositol, epi-Inositol, Allo-inositol, D-chiro-Inositol, i-Inositol, meso-Inositol, 1D-Chiro-inositol, Neo-inositol, 1L-Chiro-inositol

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Inositol
1 kgQuoted on request
5 kgQuoted on request
25 kgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Inositol

Which CAS number identifies Inositol?
Inositol is registered under CAS 87-89-8. You may also see it listed as an inositol, Scyllo-inositol, myo-inositol. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-004240.
What are the formula and molar mass of Inositol?
For Inositol, its formula is C6H12O6 and its molar mass is 180.16 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol. InChIKey CDAISMWEOUEBRE-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Inositol?
This listing is IP/BP/USP grade with ≥98.0% purity. Standard packs are 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Inositol?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Inositol to my country?
Yes. Because Inositol is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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