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Glucosamine

IUPAC: (3R,4R,5S,6R)-3-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,4,5-triol

C6H13NO5 Organic Compounds CAS 3416-24-8
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Formula / NotationC6H13NO5
CAS Number3416-24-8
Molecular Weight179.17
Melting Point88 °C
Solubility330 mg/mL
AppearanceAlpha and beta forms are solids; [Merck Index]
Also Known As(3R,4R,5S,6R)-3-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,4,5-triol; D-glucosamine; 2-amino-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose; chitosamine; Glucosamina; Mediflex; GlcN; 2-Deoxy-2-amino-D-glucose; D-GlcN; CHEBI:47977
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is Glucosamine?

2-amino-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose is a D-glucosamine whose structure comprises D-glucopyranose having an amino substituent at position 2. It has a role as a geroprotector, a mouse metabolite and an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is functionally related to a D-glucopyranose. It is a conjugate base of a 2-ammonio-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose.

Formula & Notation

C6H13NO5

IUPAC Name: (3R,4R,5S,6R)-3-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,4,5-triol

Other Names / Synonyms: (3R,4R,5S,6R)-3-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,4,5-triol; D-glucosamine; 2-amino-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose; chitosamine; Glucosamina; Mediflex; GlcN; 2-Deoxy-2-amino-D-glucose; D-GlcN; CHEBI:47977

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Alpha and beta forms are solids; [Merck Index]. Molecular formula: C6H13NO5. Molecular weight: 179.17 g/mol. Melting point: 88 °C. Solubility: 330 mg/mL. Vapor pressure: 0.00000009 [mmHg]. LogP: -2.8.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point88 °C
Molecular Weight179.17
Solubility330 mg/mL
AppearanceAlpha and beta forms are solids; [Merck Index]

Uses & Applications

Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.

Safety Information

Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.

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Key Facts

Term Glucosamine
Formula C6H13NO5
CAS Number 3416-24-8
Molecular Weight 179.17
Category Organic Compounds
Index All "G" terms
Synonyms (3R,4R,5S,6R)-3-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,4,5-triol; D-glucosamine; 2-amino-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose; chitosamine; Glucosamina; Mediflex; GlcN; 2-Deoxy-2-amino-D-glucose; D-GlcN; CHEBI:47977

Frequently Asked Questions

2-amino-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose is a D-glucosamine whose structure comprises D-glucopyranose having an amino substituent at position 2. It has a role as a geroprotector, a mouse metabolite and an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is functionally related to a D-glucopyranose. It is a conjugate base of a 2-ammonio-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose.

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