Molekula
Sucrose, NF, Crystal
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Sucrose, NF, Crystal is a pure, white crystalline disaccharide sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets, widely used as a sweetener, preservative, and energy source in food, pharmaceuticals, and chemical manufacturing. It meets the U.S. Pharmacopeia (NF) standard for purity and consistency in applications requiring precise formulation. This product has a CAS number of 57-50-1, molecular formula C12H22O11, and a molecular weight of 342.30 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries no hazard classification under GHS. Molekula supplies Sucrose, NF, Crystal from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
Pricing on request — packs available from research to bulk quantities.
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Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
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 | 90037257 |
| 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.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- Amerfand
- Cane sugar
- Microse
- Rock candy
- saccharose
- Saccharum
- sucrose
- sugar
- Table sugar
- White sugar
Frequently asked questions
What is sucrose (NF grade) commonly used for in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications?
Sucrose (NF grade) is primarily used as a sweetener in food and beverages, as an excipient in pharmaceutical formulations (e.g., tablets, syrups), and in industrial processes like fermentation media or chemical synthesis where a high-purity carbohydrate is required.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of sucrose?
The molecular formula of sucrose is C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁, and its molecular weight is 342.30 g/mol.
How should sucrose (NF grade) be stored to maintain its quality?
Store sucrose (NF grade) at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and strong odors to prevent caking or contamination.
What grade of sucrose does Molekula supply, and is NF (National Formulary) available?
Molekula supplies NF (National Formulary) grade sucrose, meeting strict purity standards for pharmaceutical and food applications.
Can Molekula supply sucrose in bulk quantities for large-scale production?
Yes, Molekula can supply sucrose in bulk quantities (e.g., drums, totes, or custom packaging) to meet industrial and commercial needs—please contact us for specific volume requirements.
What documentation is provided with a sucrose (NF) order from Molekula?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation to verify compliance with NF standards and purity specifications.
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