Compound Q&A
What is (1R,2S,3r,4R,5S,6s)-1,2,3,4,5,6-Cyclohexanehexol (CAS: 87-89-8)?
Answer
(1R,2S,3r,4R,5S,6s)-1,2,3,4,5,6-Cyclohexanehexol, also known as inositol (CAS: 87-89-8), is a cyclic sugar alcohol with six hydroxyl groups. It is a white crystalline powder that is soluble in water and has a sweet taste. Inositol is naturally found in many foods and plays a role in cellular signaling and metabolism. It is widely used in various industries due to its unique chemical structure and functional properties.
About
CAS No
87-89-8
English Name
(1R,2S,3r,4R,5S,6s)-1,2,3,4,5,6-Cyclohexanehexol
Molecular Formula
C6H12O6
Molecular Weight
180.16 g/mol
SMILES
O[C@H]1[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@@H]1O
InChIKey
CDAISMWEOUEBRE-GPIVLXJGSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
