Sucrose Octaacetate

Description

Sucrose Octaacetate is identified by CAS 126-14-7, molecular formula C28H38O19 and molecular weight 678.20 g/mol. UNII 07V591057T; ChEBI 180783; InChIKey ZIJKGAXBCRWEOL-SAXBRCJISA-N.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	126-14-7
PubChem CID	31340
Molecular formula	C28H38O19
Molecular weight	678.20 g/mol
IUPAC name	[(2R,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-triacetyloxy-6-[(2S,3S,4R,5R)-3,4-diacetyloxy-2,5-bis(acetyloxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]oxyoxan-2-yl]methyl acetate
InChIKey	ZIJKGAXBCRWEOL-SAXBRCJISA-N
UNII (FDA)	07V591057T
ChEBI ID	CHEBI:180783
FEMA number	3038

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	678.6
XLogP3	-0.9
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	19
Rotatable Bond Count	21
Exact Mass	678.20072898
Monoisotopic Mass	678.20072898
Topological Polar Surface Area	238
Heavy Atom Count	47
Formal Charge	0

Physical description & handling notes

• Hygroscopic solid; [Merck Index] Beige hygroscopic powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
• 238.1 Ų [M+Na]+ [CCS Type: DT; Buffer gas: N2; Ionization: ESI+; Dataset: TOXCAST; Source Identifier: DTXSID3042423]

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS Flavoring Agents CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Sucrose Octaacetate) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) CIR / INCI: Denaturant
GHS notification summary	100% (117 / 117)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	100% (117 / 117)

Documented Uses

• CIR ingredient: Sucrose Octaacetate
• Used as an adhesive, denaturant (alcohol), and additive (paper, lacquer, and plastic production); [Merck Index] Used as an inert ingredient (adhesive) in insect repellents, herbicides, flea and tick sprays, and other insecticides; Approved by the FDA for use as a direct and indirect food additive and as a nail-biting and thumb-sucking deterrent in over-the-counter products; [EPA - Inert Reassessment]
• Pulp and Paper Processing [Category: Industry]
• Painting (Pigments, Binders, and Biocides) [Category: Paint]
• Working with Glues and Adhesives [Category: Other]
• Information on 1 consumer products that contain Sucrose octaacetate in the following categories is provided:

Synonyms

SUCROSE OCTAACETATE; 126-14-7; Octaacetylsucrose; FEMA No. 3038; DTXSID3042423; sucrose octa-acetate; NSC-1695; alpha-D-Glucopyranoside, 1,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-beta-D-fructofuranosyl, tetraacetate; 07V591057T; DTXCID1022423; sucrose octa acetate; RefChem:186404; GlyTouCan:G43789DD; G43789DD; 204-772-1; Octaacetyl sucrose

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Sucrose Octaacetate?

CAS 126-14-7; molecular formula C28H38O19; molecular weight 678.20 g/mol.

What other names is Sucrose Octaacetate known by?

SUCROSE OCTAACETATE, 126-14-7, Octaacetylsucrose, FEMA No. 3038, DTXSID3042423, sucrose octa-acetate.

What is the regulatory status of Sucrose Octaacetate?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS.

Is Sucrose Octaacetate classified as hazardous?

100% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (117 of 117).

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