What are the physical and chemical properties of 1,2,6-Hexanetriol (CAS: 106-69-4)?

1,2,6-Hexanetriol is a colorless, syrupy liquid with a molecular weight of 106.15 g/mol. It has a strong solubility in water and organic solvents. Chemically, it is moderately reactive, capable of participating in esterification and etherification reactions. The compound is crystalline at lower temperatures, but it melts at 47-49°C. Its boiling point is 208°C. It is also slightly acidic and can form complexes with certain metal ions.