Description

n-(n-Nonyl)Deoxynojirimycin is a synthetic alkylated derivative of the natural product deoxynojirimycin, functioning as a potent and specific α-glucosidase inhibitor. This compound matters for its ability to precisely modulate carbohydrate metabolism and glycoprotein processing, offering a critical tool for biochemical research and therapeutic development. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, particularly those focused on metabolic disorders, antiviral strategies, and glycosylation pathway studies.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a specific inhibitor of endoplasmic reticulum α-glucosidases I and II to study N-linked glycoprotein processing and quality control.
• Antiviral Agent Development: Investigated for its potential to inhibit the maturation of viral envelope glycoproteins, impacting viruses like HIV, hepatitis B, and dengue.
• Metabolic Disorder Studies: Serves as a research tool for exploring glycogen storage diseases and other lysosomal storage disorders related to glycosidase activity.
• Glycobiology: A key compound for manipulating glycosylation patterns in cell culture and studying the role of glycans in cell signaling and immunity.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a sophisticated building block or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the synthesis of more complex therapeutic agents.
• Quality Control Standards: Employed as a reference standard in analytical laboratories for method development and validation in pharmaceutical quality control.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(n-Nonyl)Deoxynojirimycin
CAS No.	81117-35-3
Molecular Formula	C20H39NO4
Molecular Weight	357.53 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Nonyl-deoxynojirimycin; Nonyldeoxynojirimycin; N-Nonyl-DNJ; (2R,3R,4R,5S)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-1-nonylpiperidine-3,4,5-triol; 1-Nonyl-1-deoxynojirimycin; Deoxynojirimycin, N-nonyl-; N-Nonyl-1,5-dideoxy-1,5-imino-D-glucitol; α-1-Nonyl-DNJ
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Quality Control

Our n-(n-Nonyl)Deoxynojirimycin is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and development. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements, including those for use as a reference standard.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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