Description

n-Ethyldeoxynojirimycin Hydrochloride is a potent and selective glycosidase inhibitor, specifically an iminosugar derivative. This compound is critical for researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, as it serves as a key biochemical tool for studying carbohydrate metabolism and glycoprotein processing. It is primarily utilized by professionals in medicinal chemistry, enzymology, and metabolic disease research for the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A fundamental tool for studying the mechanisms of α-glucosidase I and II enzymes in glycoprotein biosynthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated as a lead compound or intermediate for developing antiviral, anticancer, and antidiabetic therapeutics.
• Enzymology Studies: Used to inhibit specific glycosidases in vitro to elucidate metabolic pathways and enzyme functions.
• Metabolic Disorder Research: Applied in models for diseases like diabetes, lysosomal storage disorders, and viral infections (e.g., hepatitis B, HIV) where glycosylation plays a role.
• Cell Biology: Employed to manipulate N-linked glycosylation in cell cultures to study protein folding, trafficking, and function.
• Standards & Reference Material: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in related research and production.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Ethyldeoxynojirimycin Hydrochloride
CAS No.	210241-65-9
Molecular Formula	C8H16N2O4 • HCl
Molecular Weight	238.68 g/mol (Free base: 202.22)
Synonyms	N-Ethyl-DNJ HCl; N-Ethyl-1,5-dideoxy-1,5-imino-D-glucitol hydrochloride; EDNJ HCl; 1,5-Dideoxy-1,5-imino-N-ethyl-D-glucitol hydrochloride; N-Ethyl-deoxynojirimycin HCl; α-1,2-Glucosidase Inhibitor; Iminosugar derivative.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Ethyldeoxynojirimycin Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and MS for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and moisture. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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