Molekula
Decanoyl-N-methylglucamide (MEGA-10)
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Decanoyl-N-methylglucamide (MEGA-10) is a non-ionic surfactant used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial formulations for its emulsifying and solubilizing properties. It has a CAS number of 85261-20-7, molecular formula C17H35NO6, and a molecular weight of 349.47 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. No signal word applies. Molekula supplies Decanoyl-N-methylglucamide (MEGA-10) 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 g — £76.20 per pack ex VAT · £91.44 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 22118459 |
| CAS Number | 85261-20-7 |
| IUPAC Name | N-methyl-N-[(2S,3R,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexyl]decanamide |
| Molecular Formula | C17H35NO6 |
| Molecular Weight | 349.47 |
| Exact Mass | 349.2464 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCC(=O)N(C)C[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](CO)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | UMWKZHPREXJQGR-XOSAIJSUSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C17H35NO6/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-15(22)18(2)11-13(20)16(23)17(24)14(21)12-19/h13-14,16-17,19-21,23-24H,3-12H2,1-2H3/t13-,14+,16+,17+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 174432 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29241900 |
| Tariff Code | 2924190090 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
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.
Synonyms
- D-Glucitol, 1-deoxy-1-(methyl(1-oxodecyl)amino)-, stereoisomer
- D-Glucitol, 1-deoxy-1-[methyl(1-oxodecyl)amino]-
- Decanoyl N-methylglucamide
- decanoylmethylglucamine
- Mega-10
- N-(D-Glucityl)-N-methyldecanamide
- N-Decanoyl-N-methyl-D-glucamine
- N-Decanoyl-N-methylglucamine
- N-Methyl-N-((2S,3R,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexyl)decanamide
- N-Oxodecyl meglumine
Frequently asked questions
What is Decanoyl-N-methylglucamide (MEGA-10) used for?
MEGA-10 is primarily used as a nonionic surfactant in personal care and pharmaceutical formulations due to its mildness and emulsifying properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of MEGA-10?
The formula is C17H35NO6 with a molecular weight of 349.47 g/mol.
How should Decanoyl-N-methylglucamide be stored?
Store at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of MEGA-10 is available from Molekula?
Molekula supplies MEGA-10 in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply Decanoyl-N-methylglucamide in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply MEGA-10 in bulk quantities—please contact sales for volume pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of MEGA-10?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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