Inositol

• Catalog Number: ACM87898
• Product Name: Inositol
• CAS: 87-89-8
• Category: Main Products
• Description: Inositol is a unique new botanical complex which is processed from the fruits of Ceratonia Siliqua (carob tree). It is a multi-action tanning compound, which activates the main melanogenesis pathway thus intensifying and maintaining a suntan longer. Since it stimulates both immediate and delayed tanning, it can be applied to 'before-tanning' formulations such as sunscreens, tan accelerators, day facial creams and 'after-tanning' formulations such as tan-prolonging products, after-sun creams and lotions.
• Synonyms: Meso-inositol
• IUPAC Name: Cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol
• Molecular Weight: 180.16
• Molecular Formula: C6H12O6
• Canonical SMILES: C1(C(C(C(C(C1O)O)O)O)O)O
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O6/c7-1-2(8)4(10)6(12)5(11)3(1)9/h1-12H
• InChI Key: CDAISMWEOUEBRE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Boiling Point: 232.96 °C
• Melting Point: 222-227 °C(lit.)
• Flash Point: 143.39 °C
• Density: 1.75 g/cm³
• Solubility: Partly soluble in water or alcohol
• Appearance: Solid
• Application: Tan-prolonging products, after-sun creams and lotions
• Storage: 2-8 °C
• Complexity: 104
• Exact Mass: 180.06338810
• HS Code: 2936210000
• Monoisotopic Mass: 180.06338810
• pH: 5-7 (100g/l, H₂O, 20°C)
• Physical State: Solid
• pKa: 12.63±0.70(Predicted)
• Refractive Index: 1.6170
• Topological Polar Surface Area: 121 Ų

Custom Q&A

What is the major component of fatty acid lecithin?

The major component of fatty acid lecithin is inositol.

What are some other names for inositol?

Some other names for inositol are myo-inositol and d-chiro inositol.

Is inositol a vitamin?

No, inositol is not a vitamin, but it is sometimes grouped with the B vitamins.

Where is inositol typically sourced from?

Inositol is typically sourced from plants such as corn and beets, but it can also be lab-made.

What biological processes does inositol assist in?

Inositol assists in several biological processes, including the formation of living skin cells and balancing water and salt concentrations.

How does inositol help maintain skin firmness?

Inositol, being in the same category as glycerin, has hydrating properties that can help maintain skin firmness.

What are the benefits of using inositol in skincare products?

Using inositol in skincare products can help draw and retain moisture, refresh tired skin, and stabilize product formulations.

How does inositol assist in tanning products?

Inositol can intensify and maintain the tanning effect longer by activating the main pathway of melanocyte formation.

What are some examples of skincare products that may contain inositol?

Some examples of skincare products that may contain inositol are creams, lotions, anti-aging skincare products, and facial moisturizers.