Molekula
D-(+)-Glucose Anhydrous EP Grade
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D-(+)-Glucose Anhydrous EP Grade is a pure, crystalline form of glucose used as a pharmaceutical excipient, nutrient, and calibration standard in medical, food, and laboratory applications. It meets European Pharmacopoeia (EP) standards for quality and consistency in formulations. Catalogue details: CAS 50-99-7, molecular formula C6H12O6, molecular weight 180.16 g/mol, stored at ambient conditions, no hazard classification. Molekula supplies D-(+)-Glucose Anhydrous EP Grade from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Water | ≤1.0% |
| Identification | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Impurity C | ≤0.2% |
| Impurity D | ≤0.15% |
| Solubility | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Assay | 97.5 - 102.0% |
| TLC | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Related Substances | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Appearance of Solution | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Specific optical rotation | +52.5° - +53.3° |
| Conductivity | ≤20 uS*cm-1 |
| Total Impurities | ≤0.5% |
| HPLC | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Characters | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Dextrines | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Each individual unknown impurity | ≤0.1% |
| Identification (RAMAN) | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Soluble starch and sulfites | ≤15ppm |
| Identification (E) | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Tests | Conforms to Ph.Eur. specification |
| Sum of Impurities A and B | ≤0.4% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless crystals or white granular powder |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 146 °C |
| Density | 1.56 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | Very soluble in water |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Slightly soluble in ethanol; insoluble in acetone, ethyl acetate; soluble in pyrine |
| pKa | pKa = 12.92 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -3 |
Source: PubChem CID 5793 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036669 |
| CAS Number | 50-99-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol |
| EC Number | 218-914-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H12O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 180.16 |
| Exact Mass | 180.0634 |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C(O1)O)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | WQZGKKKJIJFFOK-GASJEMHNSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H12O6/c7-1-2-3(8)4(9)5(10)6(11)12-2/h2-11H,1H2/t2-,3-,4+,5-,6?/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5793 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 1702.30.4075 |
| Tariff Code | 1702305010 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P232 Protect from moisture
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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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
- (3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
- Blood sugar
- Cartose
- D-Glc
- D-Glucopyranose
- Glucopyranose
- glucose
- Glucosteril
- Grape sugar
- Traubenzucker
Frequently asked questions
What is D-(+)-Glucose Anhydrous EP Grade commonly used for?
This grade of glucose is primarily used in pharmaceutical formulations, as a nutrient in parenteral and enteral feeding solutions, and in microbiological culture media due to its compliance with European Pharmacopoeia (EP) standards.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-(+)-Glucose Anhydrous EP Grade?
The chemical formula is **C6H12O6**, and the molecular weight is **180.16 g/mol**.
How should D-(+)-Glucose Anhydrous EP Grade be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of D-(+)-Glucose does Molekula supply, and is EP Grade available?
Molekula supplies **European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Grade** D-(+)-Glucose Anhydrous, meeting strict purity and quality standards for pharmaceutical and medical applications.
Can Molekula supply D-(+)-Glucose Anhydrous EP Grade in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and logistics details.
What documentation comes with an order of D-(+)-Glucose Anhydrous EP Grade?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** confirming EP compliance.
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