Description

D(+)-Glucose Monohydrate CAS NO 77938-63-7 is a high-purity, crystalline form of dextrose, a fundamental carbohydrate and primary energy source in biological systems. Its consistent quality and high purity make it a critical raw material for applications demanding precise formulation and reliable performance. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and biotechnology industries, where it serves as an excipient, fermentation nutrient, and sweetener.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a diluent, binder, and sweetening agent in tablet and capsule formulations, including effervescent products.
• Fermentation & Cell Culture Medium: Serves as a primary carbon and energy source in microbial fermentation for antibiotic, enzyme, and amino acid production, as well as in mammalian cell culture.
• Food & Beverage Ingredient: Functions as a sweetener, texture modifier, and fermentation substrate in baked goods, confectionery, sports drinks, and dairy products.
• Diagnostic Reagents: A key component in clinical diagnostic kits and culture media for microbiological testing and biochemical assays.
• Intravenous Solutions: Used in the formulation of parenteral nutrition (PN) and rehydration fluids as a source of calories.
• Animal Feed Supplement: Provides a readily available energy source in premixes and specialty feeds.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent in various cosmetic formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	D(+)-Glucose Monohydrate
CAS No.	77938-63-7
Molecular Formula	C6H12O6 · H2O
Molecular Weight	198.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Dextrose Monohydrate; α-D-Glucopyranose Monohydrate; Glucose Monohydrate; Dextrose; D-Glucose; Corn Sugar; Grape Sugar; Blood Sugar; USP Dextrose; Ph Eur Dextrose Monohydrate
EINECS	200-075-1 (for the anhydrous form; contact for details on monohydrate)

Quality Control

Our D(+)-Glucose Monohydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. It can be supplied to meet various pharmacopoeial standards including USP-NF, Ph. Eur., BP, and JP, as well as food-grade specifications like FCC. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and safety. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment.

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); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent caking and degradation due to moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Description	White or almost white, crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (on dried basis)	99.0% - 101.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	+52.5° to +53.3°
pH (5% solution)	4.0 - 6.5
Loss on Drying	7.5% - 9.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Chloride	≤ 0.02%
Sulfate	≤ 0.02%
Heavy Metals	≤ 5 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Conforms to pharmacopoeial limits
Microbiological Enumeration	Conforms to pharmacopoeial limits

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