Description

Mannosaminuronic Acid CAS NO 21940-29-4 is a specialized amino sugar acid derivative, a key building block in glycochemistry and biochemical research. This compound is valued for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of complex carbohydrates, glycopeptides, and bacterial cell wall components. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors focused on glycoscience, antibiotic development, and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: A crucial intermediate for constructing complex oligosaccharides, glycoproteins, and glycolipids for research and therapeutic applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of novel antibiotics, particularly those targeting bacterial cell wall biosynthesis pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies related to carbohydrate metabolism and modification.
• Microbial Polysaccharide Studies: Employed in the investigation of bacterial capsular polysaccharides and exopolysaccharides.
• Standards and Reference Materials: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical methods such as HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR in quality control and research laboratories.
• Glycoengineering: A building block for the chemoenzymatic synthesis of designed carbohydrate structures for vaccine development and diagnostic tools.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mannosaminuronic Acid
CAS No.	21940-29-4
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO7
Molecular Weight	209.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-2-deoxy-D-mannuronic acid; D-Mannosaminuronic acid; Mannosaminuronate; 2-Amino-2-deoxymannuronic acid; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2-Amino-3,4,5,6-tetrahydroxyhexanoic acid; Amino-deoxy-mannuronic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Mannosaminuronic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and chiral analysis to ensure stereochemical integrity. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your regulatory and research requirements.

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); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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