L-Sorbitol

CAS: 6706-59-8

Ref. 3D-MS00740

Product Information

• Name: L-Sorbitol
• Synonyms: (2R,3S,4S,5S)-Hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol, <span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-Gulitol, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Glucitol, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Sorbitol, Glucitol, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-, Gulitol
• CAS: 6706-59-8

Description

L-Sorbitol is a polyhydric alcohol that is found in various natural products, such as fruits and vegetables. It has been shown to inhibit the growth of strains of Stenotrophomonas maltophilia, which is an opportunistic pathogen of human and animal cells. L-Sorbitol can be used to treat bacterial infections by inhibiting the synthesis of DNA, RNA, and proteins. This compound has also been shown to prevent dehydration in bacteria by acting as an osmotic agent. The effect of L-sorbitol on the growth of bacteria depends on the pH of the environment in which it is dissolved. The optimum pH for this compound is 7.5

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 182.17 g/mol
• Formula: C₆H₁₄O₆
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder