Description

Ammonium Mucate is the ammonium salt of mucic acid, a dicarboxylic acid derived from galactose. This specialty chemical is valued for its role as a precursor and intermediate in the synthesis of fine chemicals and pharmaceutical actives. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries for research and production purposes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a key building block in the synthesis of specific active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and chiral compounds.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Used as a gentle, bio-derived acidulant or pH adjuster in skincare products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in organic synthesis for producing esters, polymers, and other derivatives.
• Research & Development: Employed in biochemical and pharmaceutical R&D for studying metabolic pathways and developing new compounds.
• Food Additive Precursor: Can be processed into derivatives used as sequestrants or acidity regulators in food applications.
• Laboratory Reagent: Functions as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Mucate
CAS No.	527-04-8
Molecular Formula	C6H14N2O8
Molecular Weight	242.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium Galactarate; Mucic Acid Ammonium Salt; Diammonium Mucate; Diammonium Galactarate; Galactaric Acid Diammonium Salt; (2R,3S,4R,5S)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxyhexanedioic acid diammonium salt
EINECS	208-404-2

Quality Control

Our Ammonium Mucate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, loss on drying, and heavy metal content to meet the stringent requirements of our industrial and research clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and 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	≤ 0.1%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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