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Dihydroxyacetone

Catalog Number

ACM96264

CAS

96-26-4

Structure

Synonyms

1,3-Dihydroxyacetone;2-Propanone, 1,3-dihydroxy-

Molecular Weight

90.08

Molecular Formula

C3H6O3

Solubility

Soluble in water & alcohol

Appearance

Off-white, fine crystalline powder, characteristic odor

Application

All kinds of self-tanning cosmetic products including creams and lotions, cream foundations.

Storage

Store refrigerated (4-8oC / 39-46oF)

Active Content

95%

Physical State

Solid

Typical Applications

Use as dispersing agent, emulsifying agent.
Use as tanning agent.
Use as intermediate in organic synthesis.

MSDS

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COA

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Spec Sheet

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Custom Q&A

What is the CAS number for dihydroxyacetone?

The CAS number for dihydroxyacetone is 96-26-4.

What are some synonyms for dihydroxyacetone?

Some synonyms for dihydroxyacetone are 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone and 2-Propanone, 1,3-dihydroxy-.

What is the molecular weight of dihydroxyacetone?

The molecular weight of dihydroxyacetone is 90.08.

What is the molecular formula of dihydroxyacetone?

The molecular formula of dihydroxyacetone is C3H6O3.

What percentage of actives does dihydroxyacetone contain?

Dihydroxyacetone contains 95% actives.

In what physical state is dihydroxyacetone?

Dihydroxyacetone is in a solid physical state.

What are some typical applications of dihydroxyacetone?

Some typical applications of dihydroxyacetone are as a dispersing agent, emulsifying agent, tanning agent, and intermediate in organic synthesis.

How is dihydroxyacetone used as a tanning agent?

Dihydroxyacetone is used in tanning products to give the skin a sun-kissed look without exposure to harmful UV rays.

What is the chemical structure of dihydroxyacetone?

Dihydroxyacetone has a ketone group (C=O) and two hydroxyl groups (-OH).

How can dihydroxyacetone be used as an intermediate in organic synthesis?

Dihydroxyacetone can be used to synthesize other compounds by undergoing chemical reactions to form new products.

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