Synonyms
meso-Erythritol
Phycitol
Erythrit
Description
Erythritol is the meso-diastereomer of butane-1,2,3,4-tetrol. It has a role as an antioxidant, a plant metabolite and a human metabolite.
Molecular Formula
C4H10O4
Appearance
White, odourless, non-hygroscopic, heat-stable crystals
Boiling Point
330.00 to 331.00 ℃. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Density, g/cm3
1.451 at 20 ℃
Vapour Pressure
0.0000237 [mmHg]