Description

Octanoylglucuronide is a specific glucuronide conjugate of octanoic acid, representing a key metabolite in fatty acid metabolism and xenobiotic detoxification pathways. This compound is of significant interest for research and development in pharmaceutical and biochemical fields, particularly in the study of metabolic disorders and drug metabolism. It serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate for analytical laboratories, diagnostic kit manufacturers, and academic institutions focused on lipidomics and pharmacokinetics.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a high-purity reference standard in metabolic pathway studies, particularly for investigating fatty acid β-oxidation and glucuronidation processes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a critical metabolite standard in drug discovery and development for pharmacokinetic (PK) and absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) studies.
• Diagnostic Manufacturing: Employed as a calibrant or component in the production of diagnostic assays and kits designed to detect inborn errors of metabolism.
• Academic & Clinical Studies: Utilized in university and hospital laboratories for research into metabolic diseases, biomarker discovery, and clinical chemistry.
• Analytical Method Development: Acts as a key compound for developing and validating analytical methods, such as LC-MS/MS and HPLC, for metabolite quantification.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanoylglucuronide
CAS No.	99910-55-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₄O₉
Molecular Weight	336.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Octanoic acid glucuronide; Capryloyl glucuronide; 1-O-Octanoyl-β-D-glucopyranuronic acid; Octanoyl-β-D-glucuronide; D-Glucuronic acid, 1-octanoate; Fatty acyl glucuronide; C8:0-Glucuronide; Octanoyl glucuronide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octanoylglucuronide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and diagnostic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming batch-specific results for identity, purity, and impurities.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 5.0% (KF)
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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