China Factory Direct
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| CAS number | 96-26-4 |
| Product name | 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone |
| Stock | Stock readily available; annual supply capacity exceeding 1,000 tons. |
| Grade | Pharmaceutical GradeIndustrial GradeSpecialty GradeFood Grade |
| Packaging | 25KG/bag500KG/bag1000KG/bag |
| Sample | Test Samples Available (Click to Request Samples) |
| COA | View COA |
| Price | Get Quote |
| Supply Type | Bulk / Contract manufacturing / OEM |
| Shipping | FCL / LCL available |
| Payment Terms | Support FOB \ CIF \ EXW quotations, and accept Letter of Credit (L/C). |
| Manufacturer | Greenrock Chemical(China Factory) |
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| Industry | Application | Process |
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| Cosmetics | Skin colorant (self-tanning agent) | Formulated into emulsions, sprays, or gels; reacts with amino acids in the stratum corneum via the Maillard reaction to generate brown-black pigments |
| Food | Low-calorie sweetener and food colorant | Used as a sucrose substitute in sugar-free products; induces browning during baking via thermal reactions |
| Pharmaceuticals | Pharmaceutical intermediate | Employed in the synthesis of antiviral agents (e.g., acyclovir derivatives) and as a chiral building block |
| Chemical Synthesis | Organic synthesis intermediate | Participates in aldol condensation and redox reactions to prepare metabolite analogues such as dihydroxyacetone phosphate (DHAP) |
| Biotechnology | Cell culture additive | Used as a glycolytic pathway intermediate analogue to study metabolic regulation and enzyme inhibition |
| Detection Item | Common Testing Methods | Method Overview |
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| Purity Determination | High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) | Uses reversed-phase chromatographic columns with water/methanol or buffer salt mobile phases and UV detection (e.g., 210 nm or 284 nm) for quantitative analysis of the main component. Offers high sensitivity and excellent reproducibility. |
| Content Determination | Ultraviolet-Visible Spectrophotometry (UV-Vis) | Leverages the characteristic absorption of DHA at a specific wavelength (e.g., 284 nm) for quantification via standard curve method. Simple and rapid, suitable for routine content control. |
| Impurity Analysis | Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) | Enables qualitative and semi-quantitative analysis of volatile impurities or derivatized components. Suitable for detecting trace organic solvent residues, by-products, and other minor impurities. |
| Moisture Content Determination | Karl Fischer Titration | Accurately measures water content using either volumetric or coulometric methods, compliant with pharmacopoeial requirements. A key parameter for controlling DHA’s hygroscopicity and stability. |
| Heavy Metal Residue | Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) | Simultaneously detects multiple trace heavy metals (e.g., Pb, As, Cd, Hg) at ppb-level sensitivity, meeting safety standards for pharmaceuticals or cosmetic raw materials. |
| pH Value | pH Meter Measurement | DHA is dissolved in water to a specified concentration, then directly measured using a calibrated pH meter. Used to assess acid-base stability and potential skin irritation risk. |
| Residual Solvents | Headspace Gas Chromatography (HS-GC) | Applicable for detecting residual organic solvents (e.g., ethanol, acetone) from production processes. Requires minimal sample preparation, offering high sensitivity and specificity. |
| Structural Confirmation | Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (NMR) | Compares ¹H-NMR and ¹³C-NMR spectra with those of reference standards to confirm molecular structural integrity. Commonly used for raw material authentication or verification of abnormal batches. |
| Thermal Stability / Degradation Products | Accelerated Stability Testing + HPLC | Samples are stored under high temperature and humidity conditions, with periodic sampling and HPLC analysis to monitor changes in the main component and detect degradation products, aiding in shelf-life estimation and storage condition evaluation. |
| Test Item | Specification |
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| Appearance | White Solid |
| Purity | ≥98.0% |
| Water | ≤0.4% |
| Ignition residue | ≤0.4% |
| pH | 3.0 - 6.0 |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| Iron | ≤25ppm |
| Arsenic | ≤3ppm |
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1. How do you ensure product quality consistency?
We rely on a mature China-based manufacturing system and implement strict batch control and quality inspection for every shipment. Our production process complies with ISO 9001 standards, and a COA is provided for each batch to ensure consistent and reliable quality.
2. Do you offer competitive pricing for bulk orders?
Yes, as a China-based manufacturer and bulk supplier, we provide tiered pricing based on order volume. We support FOB and CIF quotations, as well as L/C payment terms for large transactions to meet international trade requirements.
3. Can you support large-volume or long-term supply?
We have stable production capacity and a well-established supply chain, enabling continuous bulk supply. We support ton-level and container-level orders, as well as long-term cooperation projects.
4. What is your typical lead time?
For in-stock products, shipment can be arranged within 1–3 days. For bulk packaging or customized orders, lead time depends on the specific quantity and production schedule.
5. What documents do you provide?
We can provide complete documentation upon request, including COA, SDS, TDS, and other compliance certificates, meeting industrial procurement and export requirements.
6. Can you customize product specifications or packaging?
Yes, we support customization of parameters such as purity, impurities, residual solvents, and heavy metals. We also offer various bulk packaging options, including 25kg bags, drums, and IBC tanks, suitable for industrial applications and transportation.
7. What shipping options do you support?
We support both FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) shipments, and can flexibly arrange logistics solutions based on order size to meet bulk chemical export needs.
8. Do you provide technical or application support?
Yes, we provide basic application guidance and technical support based on industry experience to help customers optimize product usage.
9. How do you handle compliance and export regulations?
We are familiar with international trade and export regulations, ensuring all products comply with relevant requirements. We also provide complete documentation to support smooth customs clearance and global delivery.