Description

Methylglucamine Antimonate is a coordination complex of antimony and N-methyl-D-glucamine, primarily recognized for its role as a key pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its specific reactivity and purity, which are critical for producing effective and safe final drug products. It is an essential material for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors, particularly those developing antiparasitic and other specialized therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Primary use in the synthesis of antimony-based antiparasitic drugs, such as those used to treat leishmaniasis.
• Research & Development: Serves as a critical reagent in medicinal chemistry research for developing new metal-based therapeutics.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of other specialized organometallic compounds and catalysts.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Component in formulations for certain veterinary antiparasitic treatments.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylglucamine Antimonate
CAS No.	133-51-7
Molecular Formula	C7H17NO5Sb
Molecular Weight	327.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Antimony N-Methylglucamine Complex; Meglumine Antimonate; N-Methyl-D-glucamine Antimonate; Antimony Meglumine; Glucantime (Brand Name); N-Methylglucamine Antimony Complex; Antimonate(1-), [[(2R,3R,4R,5S)-6-methylamino-1,2,3,4,5-pentahydroxyhexyl]amino]-, (OC-6-11)-; Meglumine Antimoniate
EINECS	205-112-0

Quality Control

Our Methylglucamine Antimonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for pharmaceutical applications. Each lot is tested against rigorous in-house specifications, which typically include assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Sb Content)	30.0% - 34.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.