Description

Ethyl D-Glucoside is a high-purity alkyl glycoside derived from glucose, serving as a versatile and mild non-ionic surfactant and building block. This compound is valued for its excellent biocompatibility, biodegradability, and ability to enhance solubility and stability in complex formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking effective, green chemistry alternatives.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Used as a gentle surfactant, emulsifier, and moisturizing agent in shampoos, skin creams, and lotions.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Acts as a solubilizer and stabilizer for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in oral and topical drug delivery systems.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies and the synthesis of more complex glycoconjugates.
• Agrochemical Adjuvants: Functions as a wetting agent, spreader, or penetrant in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve efficacy.
• Food Industry Applications: Potential use as a mild emulsifier or texturizer in specific food-grade applications (subject to compliance).
• Industrial Cleaning: Incorporated into eco-friendly detergent and cleaning products due to its favorable environmental profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl D-Glucoside
CAS No.	30285-48-4
Molecular Formula	C8H16O6
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl α-D-glucopyranoside; Ethyl D-glucopyranoside; α-Ethyl D-glucoside; 1-Ethoxy-D-glucopyranose; Ethyl-D-glucoside; D-Glucose, ethyl glycoside; NSC 401016; Glucoside, ethyl
EINECS	250-124-4

Quality Control

Our Ethyl D-Glucoside is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR, and specific tests for residual solvents and moisture. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to ensure it meets your specific application requirements.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	+84° to +88° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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