2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dimethanol (dihydroxyacetone dimer)

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SKU:: 273007
Molecular Weight:: 180.16
Purity:: ≥99%
Storage Conditions:: -20°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 62147-49-3
Format:: White to off-white powder
Extra Details:: Used as an anti-infective agent and has shown to be effective against Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria. Inhibits the growth of bacteria by reversibly covalently binding to the fatty acid chain of bacterial cell membranes. This binding prevents the transfer of fatty acids from the lipids in the membrane to other parts of the cell or outside of the cell. Synonyms: 2,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,4-dioxane-2,5-diol; 1,3-dihydroxyacetone dimer; 1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-one dimer; 2,5-bis hydroxymethyl-1,4-dioxane-2,5-diol; dihydroxyacetone dimer; 2,5-dihydroxydioxane-2,5-dimethanol; 1,4-dioxane-2,5-dimethanol, 2,5-dihydroxy CAS No: 62147-49-3 Molecular Formula: C6H12O6 Molecular Weight: 180.16 Purity: ≥99% Appearance: White to off-white powder Storage and Stability: May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at 4°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.