Description

n-Octyl-D-Gluconamide is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant and specialty carbohydrate derivative. This compound is valued for its unique amphiphilic structure, which provides excellent surface activity and biocompatibility. It is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and advanced materials sectors for applications requiring mild, biodegradable surfactants and chiral building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a non-ionic surfactant in drug formulations to enhance solubility and stability of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Serves as a mild emulsifier, stabilizer, and conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a chiral selector or a component in separation media for chromatography and electrophoresis.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized surfaces, hydrogels, and nanostructured materials due to its self-assembly properties.
• Food-Grade Additives: Potential use as an emulsifier or stabilizer in food systems, subject to specific regulatory compliance.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Functions as a wetting agent or spreader in pesticide and herbicide formulations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	n-Octyl-D-Gluconamide
CAS No.	18375-61-6
Molecular Formula	C14H29NO6
Molecular Weight	307.39 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Gluconamide, N-Octyl-; Octyl D-gluconamide; N-Octylgluconamide; 1-Octyl-D-glucono-1,5-lactam; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-Pentahydroxy-N-octylhexanamide; Gluconic acid octylamide; D-Gluconic acid octylamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Octyl-D-Gluconamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the required specifications for your application. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Optical Rotation	Contact for details

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