Properties
Description
Dulcitol is an optically inactive hexitol having meso-configuration.
Molecular Formula
C6H14O6
Source
Occurs in various mannas such as Melampyrum nemorosum, Gymnospor.
Purity
>98%, determined by HPLC.
Solubility
It is dissolved in water and slightly soluble in ethanol.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR and MS.
Applications
Dulcitol can be used for content determination, identification, and pharmacological experiments, etc.