Description

α-D-Methylglucoside is a versatile carbohydrate derivative and a key chiral building block in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a precursor for surfactants, polymers, and specialty chemicals, offering a renewable, sugar-based alternative to petrochemical feedstocks. This product is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking to develop biodegradable and biocompatible formulations.

Application

• Surfactant & Detergent Intermediate: A key starting material for the synthesis of alkyl polyglucosides (APGs), which are high-performance, non-ionic, and biodegradable surfactants used in personal care and household cleaning products.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the manufacture of specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and polyurethane foams, imparting rigidity and hydrophilicity.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Utilized as a chiral template or protecting group in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, nucleosides, and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Employed in the production of adjuvants, dispersants, and environmentally friendly pesticide delivery systems.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as a humectant and moisturizing agent in skin creams, lotions, and hair care products due to its hygroscopic nature.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in carbohydrate chemistry for studying glycosylation reactions and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-D-Methylglucoside
CAS No.	97-30-3
Molecular Formula	C7H14O6
Molecular Weight	194.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl α-D-glucopyranoside; α-Methyl-D-glucoside; 1-O-Methyl-α-D-glucopyranoside; Methyl-α-D-glucopyranoside; α-Methyl-D-glucopyranoside; D-(-)-α-Methylglucoside; α-Methylglucoside; Glucoside, methyl-, α-D-
EINECS	202-571-2

Quality Control

Our α-D-Methylglucoside is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	+158° to +162°
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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