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D-Isosorbide, 98%
Description
D-Isosorbide is used as a reagent in the preparation of detergents, agrochemicals, cleansers, cosmetics and vasodilators. It is also employed as a pharmaceutical intermediate for dimethyl ether and mono- and dinitrate derivatives, which is used as vasodilators and coronary disease therapeutics. It is used in the treatment of hydrocephalus and glaucoma. It finds application as a building block for polymers like polycarbonates and polyesters.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
D-Isosorbide is used as a reagent in the preparation of detergents, agrochemicals, cleansers, cosmetics and vasodilators. It is also employed as a pharmaceutical intermediate for dimethyl ether and mono- and dinitrate derivatives, which is used as vasodilators and coronary disease therapeutics. It is used in the treatment of hydrocephalus and glaucoma. It finds application as a building block for polymers like polycarbonates and polyesters.
Solubility
Soluble in alcohols, water and ketones.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Store in a cool place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 56°C to 64°C |
| Quantity | 5 x 1 kg |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Beilstein | 80510 |
| Merck Index | 14,5224 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in alcohols,water and ketones. |
| Formula Weight | 146.14 |
| Percent Purity | 98% |
| Chemical Name or Material | D-Isosorbide |
Safety and Handling
| EINECSNumber | 211-492-3 |
| RTECSNumber | LZ4380000 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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