Description
Molecular Formula | C₁₂H₂₄O₁₁ |
Appearance | White to Off-White Solid |
Melting Point | 150-153°C |
Molecular Weight | 344.31 |
Storage | 4°C, Hygroscopic |
Solubility | Methanol (Slightly), Water (Slightly) |
Stability | Hygroscopic |
Category | Research Tools; Pharmaceutical/API Drug Impurities/Metabolites; |
Applications | Lactitol is listed as an excipient in some prescription drugs, such as Adderall. Lactitol is a sugar alcohol used as a replacement bulk sweetener for low calorie foods. It is also used medically as a laxative. |