Properties
Molecular Formula
C36H60O30
Form
White to slight yellow crystalline powder
Impurities
Other cyclodextrins, linear oligomers
Solubility
ɑ-Cyclodextrin is soluble in water and DMSO and insoluble in methanol at 25°C.
Applications
ɑ-Cyclodextrin is a native, neutral cyclodextrin and can be used to prevent oxidation, loss of volatile compounds, and undesirable taste in food research.