Description

D-Glucose Monohydrate is a fundamental carbohydrate and a primary source of energy in biological systems, widely recognized for its high purity and consistent quality. This essential monosaccharide is critical for applications demanding precise biochemical performance and reliable nutritional content. It serves as a key ingredient and process intermediate for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and biotechnology industries, where its purity directly impacts product efficacy and safety.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Used as an excipient in tablet manufacturing, a stabilizer in lyophilized products, and a source of energy in intravenous (IV) solutions and culture media.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Functions as a sweetener, fermentable sugar in brewing and baking, and a texturizing agent in confectionery and dairy products.
• Microbiological & Cell Culture: Serves as a fundamental carbon source in fermentation processes and for the cultivation of bacteria, yeast, and mammalian cells.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed as a standard and key component in clinical chemistry kits for glucose determination and other biochemical assays.
• Animal Feed & Nutrition: Incorporated as a readily available energy supplement in feed premixes and veterinary formulations.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent in various creams, lotions, and personal hygiene products.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Glucose Monohydrate
CAS No.	5996-10-1
Molecular Formula	C6H12O6 · H2O
Molecular Weight	198.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Dextrose Monohydrate; Glucose Monohydrate; Dextrose; D-(+)-Glucose Monohydrate; α-D-Glucopyranose Monohydrate; Blood Sugar; Corn Sugar; Grape Sugar; Cerelose
EINECS	200-075-1

Quality Control

Our D-Glucose Monohydrate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. It can be produced to meet various pharmacopeial standards including USP-NF, Ph. Eur., BP, and JP, as well as FCC for food-grade applications. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and safety. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or almost white, crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (on dried basis)	98.0% - 102.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	+52.5° to +53.3°
Loss on Drying	7.0% - 9.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Chloride	≤ 0.018%
Sulfate	≤ 0.025%
Heavy Metals	≤ 5 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Conforms
Microbiological Enumeration	Conforms to specified limits

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