Description

Potassium Hydrogen D-Glucarate is the potassium salt of D-glucaric acid, a naturally occurring compound. This high-purity material is valued for its role as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a functional ingredient in advanced nutritional and cosmetic formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and personal care industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for product development and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other therapeutic compounds.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Utilized as a functional ingredient in formulations targeting detoxification and metabolic support.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare products for its potential skin-brightening and antioxidant properties.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research.
• Food Additive (where approved): Potential use as a sequestrant or acidity regulator in specialized food applications.
• Chelating Agent: Employed in industrial processes for its metal-binding capabilities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Hydrogen D-Glucarate
CAS No.	36439-43-7
Molecular Formula	C6H9KO8
Molecular Weight	248.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium D-glucarate monopotassium salt; Monopotassium D-glucarate; Potassium hydrogen saccharate; D-Glucaric acid monopotassium salt; (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxy-6-oxohexanoic acid potassium salt; Glucaric acid potassium salt; Potassium D-glucarate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Potassium Hydrogen D-Glucarate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results for assay, impurities, and other critical parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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