Molekula
Sucrose AR
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Sucrose AR is a high-purity analytical reagent grade sugar (C12H22O11) used in laboratories for precise chemical analysis, microbiology, and calibration standards. More broadly, sucrose is used to sweeten foods and beverages, make syrups and confectionery, feed yeast production, and serve as a chemical intermediate for detergents and emulsifiers. It meets strict purity requirements for accurate experimental results. Catalogue details: CAS 57-50-1, molecular weight 342.30 g/mol, stable at ambient storage, no signal word required. Molekula supplies Sucrose AR from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.05% (105°C, 6hours) |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.005% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤ 0.02% |
| Insoluble Matter | ≤ 0.005% |
| Reducing Sugar | ≤ 0.05% |
| Specific optical rotation | +66.3 to +66.7° |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 0.0005% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.0005% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.005% |
| Titratable acid, meq/g | ≤ 0.0008 |
| Identification (RAMAN) | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Characteristic caramel |
| Melting Point | 185.5 °C |
| Density | 1.5805 g/cm³ at 17 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in water, methanol; slightly soluble in ethanol; insoluble in ethyl ether |
| Vapour Pressure | 0 mmHg (approx) |
| Refractive Index | 1.5376 |
| pKa | pKa = 12.6 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -3.70 |
Source: PubChem CID 5988 (HSDB, DrugBank, The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036710 |
| CAS Number | 57-50-1 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-[(2S,3S,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-2,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]oxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol |
| EC Number | 200-334-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C12H22O11 |
| Molecular Weight | 342.30 |
| Exact Mass | 342.1162 |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O1)O[C@]2([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O2)CO)O)O)CO)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | CZMRCDWAGMRECN-UGDNZRGBSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H22O11/c13-1-4-6(16)8(18)9(19)11(21-4)23-12(3-15)10(20)7(17)5(2-14)22-12/h4-11,13-20H,1-3H2/t4-,5-,6-,7-,8+,9-,10+,11-,12+/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5988 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 1701995050 |
| Tariff Code | 1701999000 |
Safety & GHS
Hazard statements
- USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
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
- Amerfand
- Cane sugar
- Microse
- Rock candy
- saccharose
- Saccharum
- sucrose
- sugar
- Table sugar
- White sugar
Frequently asked questions
What is Sucrose AR (Analytical Reagent grade) commonly used for?
Sucrose AR is primarily used in laboratories for preparing culture media, biochemical assays, and as a reference standard in analytical chemistry due to its high purity.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Sucrose AR?
The chemical formula is **C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁**, and the molecular weight is **342.30 g/mol**.
How should Sucrose AR be stored?
Store Sucrose AR in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and strong odors.
What grade of Sucrose does Molekula supply, and is AR available?
Molekula supplies **Analytical Reagent (AR) grade Sucrose**, meeting high-purity standards for laboratory applications.
Can Molekula supply Sucrose AR in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide Sucrose AR in bulk, with quantities tailored to your research or industrial needs—contact us for specifics.
What documentation comes with an order of Sucrose AR?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific quality documentation.
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