Molekula
Sucrose, NF, Crystal
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
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
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
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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.
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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