Molekula
N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine
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N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine is a naturally occurring amino sugar and a key building block for glycosaminoglycans, widely used in pharmaceuticals, skincare, and joint health supplements for its role in tissue repair and hydration. It is also a substrate for glycosylation pathways in bioprocessing. This chemical has a CAS number of 7512-17-6, with the molecular formula C8H15NO6 and a molecular weight of 221.21 g/mol. It requires storage at -15 to -20°C but carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £55.10 per pack ex VAT · £66.12 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £231.70 per pack ex VAT · £278.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Melting Point | 196 - 205°c |
| Specific rotation | +39 to +43 |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Total plate count | ≤100CFU/g |
| pH | 6.0 - 8.0 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.1 |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.5% |
| Particle Size | 100mesh 100% pass |
| Bulk density | ≥0.40g/ml |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤10ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.5ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.1ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤0.5ppm |
| Assay HPLC | ≥ 98.5% |
| Mould & Yeast | ≤10CFU/g |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 205 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 1738118 (DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 20293490 |
| CAS Number | 7512-17-6 |
| IUPAC Name | N-[(2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4,5,6-tetrahydroxy-1-oxohexan-2-yl]acetamide |
| EC Number | 231-368-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H15NO6 |
| Molecular Weight | 221.21 |
| Exact Mass | 221.0899 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)N[C@@H](C=O)[C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](CO)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | MBLBDJOUHNCFQT-LXGUWJNJSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H15NO6/c1-4(12)9-5(2-10)7(14)8(15)6(13)3-11/h2,5-8,11,13-15H,3H2,1H3,(H,9,12)/t5-,6+,7+,8+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 1738118 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29329990 |
| Tariff Code | 2932990090 |
Safety & GHS
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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, 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
- 2 Acetamido 2 Deoxy D Glucose
- 2-Acetamido-2-deoxyglucose
- acetyl glucosamine
- Bio-NAG
- D-Glucose, 2-(acetylamino)-2-deoxy-
- D-Glucose, 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-
- GreenNAG
- Marine Sweet
- N-[(2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4,5,6-tetrahydroxy-1-oxohexan-2-yl]acetamide
- N-ACETYL GLUCOSAMINE D-
Frequently asked questions
What is N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine commonly used for?
N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine is widely used in biochemical research, cosmetics, and as a dietary supplement for joint and cartilage health, as well as in the production of pharmaceuticals and skincare products.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine?
The chemical formula is **C₈H₁₅NO₆**, and the molecular weight is **221.21 g/mol**.
How should N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine be stored?
It should be stored at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grades or purity levels of N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade (USP/EP/JP)** and **biochemical-grade** N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine, depending on the application.
Can Molekula supply N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities of N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine, with flexible packaging options to meet customer needs.
What documentation comes with an order of N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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