Dextrose
- CAS NO. : 50-99-7
- CAT NO. : PH-EXC-0997
Physical State: Solid
Color/Appearance: White crystalline or powdery solid
Melting Point: 146–150 °C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: ~295 °C (at 3.5 mmHg)
Density: 1.54 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Solubility: Easily soluble in hot water; soluble in cold water; very slightly soluble in methanol, diethyl ether, and acetone
pH (1 M solution at 25 °C): ~5.0–6.0
Optical Rotation: [α]₂₀/D +52.7° (c = 10 in water at 25 °C)
Flash Point: 93.3 °C
LogP: −3.76 (estimated)
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place under inert atmosphere; protect from moisture
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
Molecular Weight: 180.16 g/mol