Molekula
Sucrose - USP CRS
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Sucrose USP CRS is a high-purity, certified reference standard of common table sugar, widely used for analytical calibration, pharmaceutical formulations, and food industry standards. Sucrose itself is used as a sweetener and texturizing agent in foods, beverages and confectionery, a raw material for yeast production and syrups, and an intermediate for detergents and emulsifiers. This grade ensures precise, reproducible results in quality control and research applications. Catalogue details: CAS 57-50-1, molecular formula C12H22O11, molecular weight 342.30 g/mol, stable at ambient conditions, no hazard classification. Molekula supplies Sucrose USP CRS 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 powder |
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 | 90033626 |
| 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)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Amerfand
- Cane sugar
- Microse
- Rock candy
- saccharose
- Saccharum
- sucrose
- sugar
- Table sugar
- White sugar
Frequently asked questions
What is Sucrose USP CRS commonly used for?
Sucrose USP CRS is primarily used as a reference standard in pharmaceutical, food, and biochemical laboratories for analytical testing, quality control, and method validation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Sucrose USP CRS?
The chemical formula is **C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁**, and the molecular weight is **342.30 g/mol**.
How should Sucrose USP CRS be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and strong odors.
What grade is Sucrose USP CRS, and is it suitable for analytical testing?
Sucrose USP CRS is a **Certified Reference Standard (CRS) grade**, meeting USP specifications for high-purity analytical applications.
Can Molekula supply Sucrose USP CRS in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide Sucrose USP CRS in bulk, subject to minimum order quantities and availability—please contact us for details.
What documentation comes with a Sucrose USP CRS order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, batch-specific documentation, and a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
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