Molekula
N-Methyl-D-glucamine (USP/BP/EP)
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N-Methyl-D-glucamine (USP/BP/EP) is a pharmaceutical excipient used in the formulation of injectable drugs and contrast media. It functions as a solubilizing agent and pH adjuster. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 6284-40-8, molecular formula C7H17NO5, and molecular weight 195.21 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies N-Methyl-D-glucamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 kg — £116.70 per pack ex VAT · £140.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 128 - 132°C |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Assay | 99.0 - 100.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Specific optical rotation | -15.7° to -17.3° |
| Endotoxin | / |
| Reducing Substances | Absent |
| Completeness and colour of solution | Clear colourless liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| pKa | pKa = 9.6 |
Source: PubChem CID 8567 (ChEMBL)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 16262469 |
| CAS Number | 6284-40-8 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3R,4R,5S)-6-(methylamino)hexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol |
| EC Number | 228-506-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H17NO5 |
| Molecular Weight | 195.21 |
| Exact Mass | 195.1107 |
| SMILES | CNC[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](CO)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | MBBZMMPHUWSWHV-BDVNFPICSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H17NO5/c1-8-2-4(10)6(12)7(13)5(11)3-9/h4-13H,2-3H2,1H3/t4-,5+,6+,7+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 8567 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29221996 |
| Tariff Code | 2922190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 1-deoxy-1-methylamino-d-glucitol
- 1-Deoxy-1-methylaminosorbitol
- antimoniate de mAglumine
- D-Glucitol, 1-deoxy-1-(methylamino)-
- d(-)-n-methylglucamine
- meglumine
- Megluminum
- Methylglucamine
- N-Methyl-D-glucamine
- N-Methylsorbitylamine
Frequently asked questions
What is N-Methyl-D-glucamine used for?
It is primarily used as a pharmaceutical excipient and intermediate in the synthesis of contrast agents and other medicinal compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of N-Methyl-D-glucamine?
The formula is C7H17NO5 with a molecular weight of 195.21 g/mol.
How should N-Methyl-D-glucamine be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grades of N-Methyl-D-glucamine does Molekula offer?
We supply N-Methyl-D-glucamine in USP, BP, and EP grades.
Can Molekula supply N-Methyl-D-glucamine in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can supply bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of N-Methyl-D-glucamine?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and, upon request, a Certificate of Origin and MSDS.
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