Description

1-o-Octadecyl-2-o-Methylglycerol-3-Glucopyranoside is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant and glycolipid derivative, valued for its unique amphiphilic structure combining a long alkyl chain with a sugar moiety. This compound is critical for applications requiring precise control over interfacial properties and biocompatibility. It is primarily utilized by researchers and formulators in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and advanced material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: As a solubilizing agent, permeation enhancer, or a component in liposomal and nanoparticle drug delivery systems.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Used in high-end skincare products as a mild, biodegradable emulsifier and stabilizer for creams and lotions.
• Biochemical Research: A key reagent in membrane biology studies, particularly for the solubilization and reconstitution of membrane proteins.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block or surface modifier in the synthesis of functional polymers and smart materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a chiral selector or mobile phase additive in chromatographic separations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-o-Octadecyl-2-o-Methylglycerol-3-Glucopyranoside
CAS No.	114029-87-7
Molecular Formula	C28H56O8
Molecular Weight	520.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Octadecyl Methyl Glycerol Glucoside; 1-O-Octadecyl-2-O-methyl-sn-glycero-3-β-D-glucopyranoside; C18-Methyl-Glucoside; n-Octadecyl 2-O-methyl-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→3)-sn-glycerol; Alkyl Glycoside Surfactant; Glycolipid Surfactant; 2-O-Methyl-1-O-octadecyl-3-O-(β-D-glucopyranosyl)-sn-glycerol
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Quality Control

Our 1-o-Octadecyl-2-o-Methylglycerol-3-Glucopyranoside is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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