Dihydroxyacetone (CAS 96-26-4) — formula C3H6O3, molecular weight 90.03 g/mol; category cosmetic raw materials.
Dihydroxyacetone (CAS 96-26-4) is a cosmetic raw materials. Its molecular formula C3H6O3 comprises 3 C, 6 H, 3 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 90.03 g/mol. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around 90, LogP about log Kow = -1.95. Cosmetic raw materials are used in skincare, haircare and makeup formulations, with focus on safety, stability and skin feel. Common in moisturizing, emulsifying, thickening, preserving and active systems, complying with cosmetic-ingredient safety norms. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.
| CAS Number | 96-26-4 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C3H6O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 90.03 g/mol |
| Melting Point | 90 |
| LogP | log Kow = -1.95 |
| Packaging | 25/50kg woven bags, 20/25/50kg fibre drums, 200kg plastic drums, 1000kg IBC (subject to order confirmation) |
| Applications | emulsifying, thickening, preserving and active systems, complying with cosmetic-ingredient safety norms. As a sourcing and distribution partner we can help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, with COA and compliance files provided before ordering |
| Category | Cosmetic Raw Materials|Flavors |
Documented applications: emulsifying, thickening, preserving and active systems, complying with cosmetic-ingredient safety norms. As a sourcing and distribution partner we can help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, with COA and compliance files provided before ordering.
Dihydroxyacetone is a cosmetic-ingredient compound with CAS registry number 96-26-4 and molecular formula C3H6O3 (molecular weight 90.03 g/mol), belonging to the cosmetic raw materials segment of chemical raw materials.
CAS number: 96-26-4
Its molecular formula C3H6O3 comprises 3 C, 6 H, 3 O atoms.
Also known as: Dihydroxyacetone · 1,3-二羟基丙酮
Category: cosmetic raw materials / food flavors
The CAS registry number of Dihydroxyacetone is 96-26-4.
Molecular formula C3H6O3, molecular weight 90.03 g/mol.
It is also registered under: Dihydroxyacetone, 1,3-二羟基丙酮.
Recorded applications: emulsifying, thickening, preserving and active systems, complying with cosmetic-ingredient safety norms. As a sourcing and distribution partner we can help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, with COA and compliance files provided before ordering.
Category: Cosmetic Raw Materials / Flavors.
Packaging is agreed per order, from lab-scale packs to bulk, and confirmed with each order rather than fixed on the page. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) ships with every batch and MSDS is available; where the end use carries a regulatory limit (food contact, pharmaceutical or cosmetic), state the standard at enquiry and the grade is set against it.
Independent reference data for Dihydroxyacetone (CAS 96-26-4), compiled from public chemistry databases.
| CAS Registry Number | 96-26-4 |
|---|---|
| PubChem CID | 670 |
| Molecular formula | C3H6O3 |
| Molecular weight | 90.03 g/mol |
| IUPAC name | 1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-one |
| InChIKey | RXKJFZQQPQGTFL-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| UNII (FDA) | O10DDW6JOO |
| ChEBI ID | CHEBI:16016 |
| FEMA number | 4033 |
| Molecular Weight | 90.08 |
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| XLogP3 | -1.4 |
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 2 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 3 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 2 |
| Exact Mass | 90.031694049 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 90.031694049 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 57.5 |
| Heavy Atom Count | 6 |
| Melting Point | 90 |
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| Melting Point | 90 °C |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.02 [mmHg] |
| Vapor Pressure | 4.35X10-5 mm Hg at 25 °C |
| LogP | log Kow = -1.95 |
| Color Additive Status | 73.1150 |
1,3-dihydroxyacetone; Dihydroxyacetone; 96-26-4; 1,3-Dihydroxypropan-2-one; glycerone; Chromelin; 1,3-Dihydroxy-2-propanone; Oxantin; Triulose; Viticolor; Dihyxal; Oxatone; Soleal; Otan; 2-Propanone, 1,3-dihydroxy-; 1,3-Dihydroxypropanone
| Regulatory & Food Contact | FDA Regulatory Status of Color Additives: Drugs, Cosmetics FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Mint, Cool DIHYDROXYACETONE (MONOMER) CIR / INCI: Reducing; Tanning |
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| GHS notification summary | 12.9% (201 / 1563) |
| GHS notification summary | 12.9% (201 / 1563) |
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| Reported hazard statements | H315 (86.9%), H319 (87.1%), H335 (86.7%) |
This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 12.9% (201 of 1563) of reports.
H315 (86.9%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
Dihydroxyacetone is identified by CAS 96-26-4, molecular formula C3H6O3 and molecular weight 90.03 g/mol. UNII O10DDW6JOO; ChEBI 16016; InChIKey RXKJFZQQPQGTFL-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Melting Point: 90; Melting Point: 90 °C; Vapor Pressure: 0.02 [mmHg].
Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.
Supplier: Jinan Shenghe Chemical Co., Ltd.
中文页面: 1,3-二羟基丙酮