D-Chiro-Inositol
(+)-chiro-inositol, (+)-chiro-Inositol, (1R)-Cyclohexane-1r,2c,3t,4c,5t,6t-hexaol, 1,2,4/3,5,6-cyclohexanehexol
- CAS
- 643-12-9
- EC
- 211-394-0
- Sectors
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Food & Nutrition
D-Chiro-Inositol is a naturally occurring inositol stereoisomer supplied as an off-white crystalline powder with molecular formula C₆H₁₂O₆ and molecular weight 180.16 g/mol. Density 1.598 g/cm³ at 20 °C, melting point 249.5 °C, water solubility 403.4 g/L at 11 °C.
A vitamin-like nutraceutical ingredient, D-Chiro-Inositol functions as a secondary messenger in insulin signal transduction pathways and is used as an active ingredient in food-grade supplement formulations. Also known as (+)-chiro-inositol (CAS 643-12-9, EC 211-394-0).
SoleChem, an ISO 9001:2015 certified chemical supplier based in Türkiye, delivers D-Chiro-Inositol (CAS 643-12-9) to customers in more than 40 countries.
D-Chiro-Inositol
Applications
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements: capsule, tablet, powder for metabolic and hormonal health.
- Pharmaceuticals: insulin-sensitising and metabolic formulation development compound.
- Food & Nutrition: functional ingredient for inositol-fortified foods.
- Cosmetics: topical skin-conditioning agent in formulations.
- Biochemical Research: substrate for phosphoinositide signalling and carbohydrate metabolism studies.
Safety & Risks
GHS Warning: H315 (skin irritation), H319 (serious eye irritation), H335 (respiratory irritation). Wear gloves, eye protection and dust mask when handling. Low acute toxicity; store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg fibre drums or cartons; 1 kg and 5 kg bags available for small lots. Store cool and dry.