D-Glucosamine sulfate, CAS No. 29031-19-4

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29031-19-4

Catalog No. EBD7156

CAS 29031-19-4

Name D-Glucosamine sulfate

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Basic Information

Synonyms: D-glucosaminesulfateNaCl D-glucosaminesulfatepotassiumsalt glucosaminesulfatepotassiumsalt,D- ChitosamineSulfate2-Amino-2-deoxy-D-glucoseXSulfate D-Glucose,2-amino-2-deoxy-,sulfate(salt) 2-amino-2-deoxy-beta-D-glucopyranose 2-amino-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranosesulfate D-Glucosaminesulfate Bis(2-ammonio-2-deoxy-D-glucose)sulphate D-GlucosamineSulphate 2-amino-2-deoxy-beta-D-glucopyranosesulfate Bis(2-ammonio-2-deoxy-D-glucose)sulfate 2-Amino-2-deoxy-D-glucosesulfate Glucosaminesulfatesalt gluco

Molecular Formula: C6H15NO9S

Molecular Weight: 277.25

MDL Number: MFCD00135940

Categories: Medicinal Chemistry > Biochemicals and Life Science Reagents > Saccharides, Nucleosides, and Nucleotides Functional Chemicals > Food Additives and Ingredients > Nutritional Fortificants

Product Description:

D-Glucosamine sulfate is a natural amino sugar derived from chitin, the structural component of shellfish exoskeletons. It is a sulfate salt of D-glucosamine, a fundamental building block for glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) like hyaluronic acid and chondroitin sulfate, which are essential components of cartilage, tendons, and synovial fluid. Its primary application is as a dietary supplement and a functional ingredient in nutraceuticals for supporting joint health and managing symptoms of osteoarthritis. It is believed to promote cartilage formation and repair, providing a substrate for the synthesis of proteoglycans. Additionally, it finds use in veterinary medicine for similar purposes in companion animals and livestock. Beyond joint health, D-glucosamine sulfate is also utilized in cosmetic formulations for its potential skin-conditioning and moisturizing properties. It is generally considered safe for consumption, though individuals with shellfish allergies should exercise caution.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 449.9 °C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 225.9 °C

Density: 1.563 g/cm3

Analytical Data

Appearance: white crystal