Molekula
Sodium Lactobionate
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Sodium Lactobionate is a sodium salt of lactobionic acid, used as a stabilizer, chelating agent, and emulsifier in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food applications. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder, soluble in water, with a molecular weight of 380.28 g/mol. CAS number: 27297-39-8. Storage: ambient. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Sodium Lactobionate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — $88.10 per pack
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100 g — $233.90 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or almost white crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 160°C - 170°C |
| Water | ≤ 1.0% |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 20ppm |
| pH | 5.0 - 7.5 |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 400ppm |
| Assay | 98.0% - 102.0% |
| Reducing Sugar | ≤ 1.0% |
| Specific optical rotation | +20° to +23° |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to structure |
| Identification (TLC) | Positive |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 500ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89985785 |
| CAS Number | 27297-39-8 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium (2R,3R,4R,5R)-2,3,5,6-tetrahydroxy-4-[(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyhexanoate |
| Molecular Formula | C12H21NaO12 |
| Molecular Weight | 380.28 |
| Exact Mass | 380.0931 |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]1[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O1)O[C@H]([C@@H](CO)O)[C@@H]([C@H](C(=O)[O-])O)O)O)O)O)O.[Na+] |
| InChIKey | AQKFVNLHZYOMKQ-WWNCWODVSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H22O12.Na/c13-1-3(15)10(7(18)8(19)11(21)22)24-12-9(20)6(17)5(16)4(2-14)23-12;/h3-10,12-20H,1-2H2,(H,21,22);/q;+1/p-1/t3-,4-,5+,6+,7-,8-,9-,10-,12+;/m1./s1 |
| PubChem CID | 53486225 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2940.00.6000 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
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
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- 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
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
- 4-O-b-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-gluconic acid sodium salt monohydrate
- 4-O-beta-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-gluconic acid sodium salt
- 4-O-BETA-GALACTOPYRANOSYL-D-GLUCONIC ACID MONOSODIUM SALT
- C12H21NaO12
- D-Gluconic acid, 4-O-b-D-galactopyranosyl-, monosodium salt
- D-Gluconic acid, 4-O-b-D-galactopyranosyl-, sodiuM salt(1:1)
- Lactobionic acid sodium
- Lactobionic acid sodium salt
- Lactobionic acid sodium salt monohydrate
- SodiuM LaCLobionate
Frequently asked questions
What is Sodium Lactobionate used for?
Sodium Lactobionate is primarily used as a humectant and stabilizer in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Sodium Lactobionate?
The formula is C12H21NaO12 with a molecular weight of 380.28 g/mol.
How should Sodium Lactobionate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade of Sodium Lactobionate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Sodium Lactobionate in pharmaceutical grade.
Can Molekula supply Sodium Lactobionate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Sodium Lactobionate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of Sodium Lactobionate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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