1,3-Dihydroxyacetone
Also known as: 1,3-Dihydroxy-2-propanone, 1,3-Dihydroxydimethyl ketone, 1,3-Dihydroxypropanone, 1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-one, Bis(hydroxymethyl) Ketone, Chromelin, DHA, Dihydroxyacetone, Dihyxal, Glycerone, Ketochromin, Otan, Protosol, Quick Tan, Tanorama, alpha,alpha'-Dihydroxyacetone, dihydroxy-acetone
1,3-Dihydroxyacetone (CAS 96-26-4) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H6O3 and a molecular weight of 90.078 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 75-80 °C, a boiling point of 213.7±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 97.3±16.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 96-26-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-21227-4
- Molecular Formula
- C3H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 90.078 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 75-80 °C |
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| Boiling Point | 213.7±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 97.3±16.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 90.031693 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | -0.78 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.455 |
| Storage Conditions | Refrigerator (+4°C) |
| Stability | Stable. Combustible. Hygroscopic. |
| Additional Property | >250 g/L (20 ºC) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Zhi Zheng, et al. Novel Process for 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone Production from Glycerol. 1. Technological Feasibility Study and Process Design. Ind. Eng. Chem. Res. 2012, 51, 9, 3715–3721. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2914400090 |
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| Summary | 2914400090 other ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone?
The CAS number of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone is 96-26-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone?
1,3-Dihydroxyacetone has molecular formula C3H6O3 and molecular weight 90.078 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone?
For 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, Upstream Products: Glycerol, Formaldehyde, Benzaldehyde; Downstream Products: Hydroxypyruvic acid, (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol.
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