Description

Mannuronic Acid CAS NO 6814-36-4 is a key uronic acid monomer and a fundamental building block of alginate polysaccharides. This compound is essential for research and development in biomaterials and pharmaceutical sciences, where precise molecular control is required. It is primarily utilized by scientists and manufacturers in the biotechnology, nutraceutical, and advanced material synthesis sectors.

Application

• Biomedical Research & Drug Delivery: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing alginate-based hydrogels, microspheres, and scaffolds for controlled release systems and tissue engineering.
• Nutraceutical & Food Science: Used in studies related to dietary fiber, prebiotics, and the functional modification of alginates for food-grade applications.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Employed in the development of advanced, bio-based gelling agents, stabilizers, and skin-friendly formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral starting material or intermediate for the synthesis of more complex carbohydrates and glycoconjugates.
• Analytical Standards: Provides a high-purity reference standard for chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mannuronic Acid
CAS No.	6814-36-4
Molecular Formula	C6H10O7
Molecular Weight	194.14 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Mannuronic acid; (2S,3S,4S,5R)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxy-6-oxohexanoic acid; Mannopyranuronic acid; 6-Carboxy-D-mannose; Alginate monomer
EINECS	229-886-3

Quality Control

Our Mannuronic Acid is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed 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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Specific Rotation	[α]20/D: +20° to +30° (c=1 in H2O)
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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