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Thermo Scientific Chemicals D-Mannitol, 97+%
D-Mannitol is used in the determination of glomerular filtration rate. It is used as an inert osmotic control substance. Further, it is used in the treatment of oliguric renal failure. It is also used as a sweetener for people with diabetes, in chewing gums and acts as an adulterant for heroin, methamphetamines and cocaine. It finds application as a research tool in cell biological studies, usually to control osmolarity.
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D-Mannitol is used in the determination of glomerular filtration rate. It is used as an inert osmotic control substance. Further, it is used in the treatment of oliguric renal failure. It is also used as a sweetener for people with diabetes, in chewing gums and acts as an adulterant for heroin, methamphetamines and cocaine. It finds application as a research tool in cell biological studies, usually to control osmolarity.
Solubility
Soluble in water, alcohol, aniline, pyridine and glycerol. Insoluble in ether.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point
165°C to 167°C
Density
1.489
Boiling Point
290°C to 295°C (3.5 mmHg)
Odor
Odorless
Quantity
250 g
Beilstein
1721898
Merck Index
14,5745
Solubility Information
Soluble in water,alcohol,aniline,pyridine and glycerol. Insoluble in ether.
Optical Rotation
+24° (in Borax Solution)
Formula Weight
182.17
EINECSNumber
200-711-8
RTECSNumber
OP2060000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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