Xylitol

C₅H₁₂O₅

IUPAC: (2R,3R,4S)-Pentane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol

CAS: 87-99-0

개요

Xylitol is a sugar alcohol with a sweetness similar to sucrose but 40% fewer calories. It is widely used in sugar-free gum because it inhibits tooth decay bacteria.

구성

원소 기호 원자 원자 질량
Hydrogen H 12 1.0080
Carbon C 5 12.0110
Oxygen O 5 15.9990

원소 구성

H
8.0%
C
39.5%
O
52.6%

용도

  • Sugar-free gum
  • Dental care products
  • Diabetic sweetener

흥미로운 사실

  • Inhibits the growth of Streptococcus mutans, the main cavity-causing bacterium

안전

  • ⚠ Toxic to dogs

Structure

SMILES

C(C(C(C(CO)O)O)O)O

성질

유형
organic
상태
solid
몰 질량
152.15 g/mol
밀도
1.5200 g/cm³
녹는점
92.0 °C
끓는점
216.0 °C
용해도
2000 g/L at 25°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
152.0685
XLogP
-2.5
TPSA
101.0 Ų
H-Bond Donors
5
H-Bond Acceptors
5
Rotatable Bonds
4
Heavy Atoms
10
Complexity
76.0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Xylitol?
Xylitol (C₅H₁₂O₅) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (2R,3R,4S)-Pentane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol.
What is the molecular weight of Xylitol?
Xylitol has a molar mass of 152.15 g/mol.
What state is Xylitol at room temperature?
Xylitol is a solid at room temperature.
Is Xylitol organic or inorganic?
Xylitol is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Xylitol?
Xylitol (C₅H₁₂O₅) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O).