2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dimethanol (dihydroxyacetone dimer)
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
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
Molecular Formula
C6H12O6
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.
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
Toxicity and Hazards
All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
