CAS 26446-35-5

Monoacetin

Description:

Monoacetin, also known as glycerol monoacetate, is an organic compound characterized by its structure as an ester derived from glycerol and acetic acid. It typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a slightly sweet taste and a faint odor. Monoacetin is soluble in water, ethanol, and other organic solvents, making it versatile in various applications. Its chemical formula is C5H10O4, and it has a molecular weight of approximately 150.13 g/mol. This compound is primarily used in the food industry as a food additive and emulsifier, enhancing the texture and stability of products. Additionally, it finds applications in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics due to its moisturizing properties. Monoacetin is generally regarded as safe for consumption, but like all chemicals, it should be handled with care, following appropriate safety guidelines. Its ability to act as a solvent and emulsifier makes it valuable in formulations requiring improved consistency and stability.

Formula: C₅H₁₀O₄

InChI: InChI=1/C5H10O4/c1-4(7)9-3-5(8)2-6/h5-6,8H,2-3H2,1H3/t5-/m1/s1

SMILES: CC(=O)OC[C@@H](CO)O

Synonyms:

• (2R)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl acetate
• (2S)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl acetate
• 1,2,3-Propanetriol, Monoacetate
• 1,3-Dihydroxypropan-2-Yl Acetate
• Acetin
• Acetin, mono-
• Eastman 9-45
• Glycerin monoacetate
• Glycerine monoacetate
• Glycerol Acetate, Mono
• Glycerol acetate
• Glycerol monoacetate
• Glyceryl Acetate
• Monoacetin
• Monoacetin, contains mixed analogs

Glycerol monoacetate, tech., mixture of isomers, cont. varying amounts of diacetate

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Glycerol monoacetate is used for production of tanning leather and dye. It is also used as a solvent. 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 Aesa

Formula: C₅H₁₀O₄

Color and Shape: Colorless to pale yellow, Viscous liquid

Molecular weight: 134.13

Ref: 02-A14025

1,2,3-Propanetriol, monoacetate

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Formula: C₅H₁₀O₄

Purity: 99.5%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 134.1305

Ref: IN-DA002T8X

Monoacetin

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Monoacetin

Purity: 99.5%,contains Di-,Tri-, Glycerol

Molecular weight: 134.13g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1029001

Glycerol Monoacetate (Monoacetin)

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Formula: C₅H₁₀O₄

Color and Shape: Pale Green Oil

Molecular weight: 134.13

Ref: 4Z-G-3854

Monoacetin-technical

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Monoacetin-technical is a compound that belongs to the group of alkanoic acids. It has shown antibacterial efficacy against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. The reaction mechanism of monoacetin-technical is not fully understood, but it may be due to its ability to react with the hydroxyl groups on glycol ethers, leading to the formation of an insoluble compound. Monoacetin-technical has also been shown to have a good surface activity in terms of its ability to adsorb at low concentrations and produce a high degree of inhibition. It has been used in the synthesis of chitosan quaternary ammonium compounds, which are widely used as antimicrobial agents.

Formula: C₅H₁₀O₄

Color and Shape: Colorless Clear Liquid

Molecular weight: 134.13 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM159268