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 — $221.80 per pack
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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.
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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