Molekula
D-Glucurono-3,6-lactone
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D-Glucurono-3,6-lactone is a cyclic lactone derivative of glucuronic acid, used in biochemical research and as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and natural products. It is available with a CAS number of 32449-92-6, molecular formula C6H8O6, and molecular weight 176.12 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature, it carries a warning signal word due to potential hazards. Molekula supplies D-Glucurono-3,6-lactone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £46.50 per pack ex VAT · £55.80 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 170 - 176℃ |
| Specific rotation | 18 - 20 |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | 98.5 - 102% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Appearance of Solution | Clarify and Colourless |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to structure |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 13139248 |
| CAS Number | 32449-92-6 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R)-2-[(2S,3R,4S)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-oxooxolan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyacetaldehyde |
| EC Number | 251-053-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H8O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 176.12 |
| Exact Mass | 176.0321 |
| SMILES | C(=O)[C@@H]([C@@H]1[C@@H]([C@@H](C(=O)O1)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | UYUXSRADSPPKRZ-SKNVOMKLSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H8O6/c7-1-2(8)5-3(9)4(10)6(11)12-5/h1-5,8-10H/t2-,3+,4-,5+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 92283 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29322050 |
| Tariff Code | 2932209090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- D-Glucurone
- D-Glucuronic acid lactone
- D-Glucurono-6,3-lactone
- D-Glucuronolactone
- Glucoxy
- GLUCUROLACTONE
- Glucurone
- glucuronolactone
- Glucuronosan
- Guronsan
Frequently asked questions
What is D-Glucurono-3,6-lactone used for?
It is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of glucuronic acid and related compounds for pharmaceutical and biochemical research.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-Glucurono-3,6-lactone?
The formula is C6H8O6 with a molecular weight of 176.12 g/mol.
How should D-Glucurono-3,6-lactone be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for D-Glucurono-3,6-lactone?
Available in research grade; specific purity details are provided upon request.
Can Molekula supply D-Glucurono-3,6-lactone in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of D-Glucurono-3,6-lactone?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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