Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the research and development, manufacturing, and sales of fine chemicals. Headquartered in Jinan, Shandong, China, we are committed to delivering high-quality products to our global partners. Currently, over 90% of our products are exported to developed markets, including North America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and the Middle East.
Basic Information
Product Name: N-Acetylneuraminic acid methyl ester
Alias: Methyl 5-acetamido-3,5-dideoxy-D-galacto-non-2-ulopyranosonate
CAS No. : 50998-13-5
Molecular Formula: C12H21NO9
Molecular Weight: 323.3 g/mol
Classification: Carbohydrate derivative; Sialic acid derivative; Biochemical reagent; Pharmaceutical intermediate
Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline solid
Odor: Odorless
Solubility: Soluble in water and methanol, slightly soluble in ethanol
Stability: Hygroscopic; Store sealed, dry and low temperature environment
Specification Table
| Item | Specification | Unit | Remarks |
| Product Name | N-Acetylneuraminic acid methyl ester | — | Sialic acid derivative |
| CAS Number | 50998-13-5 | — | Biochemical grade |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline solid | — | Hygroscopic powder |
| Molecular Formula | C12H21NO9 | — | Monohydrate form |
| Molecular Weight | 323.3 | g/mol | — |
| Purity | ≥98.0 | % | HPLC |
Main Uses
- Used as biochemical reagent for glycobiology and sialic acid metabolism research
- Intermediate for synthesis of antiviral and anti-inflammatory drugs
- Building block for sialylated oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates
- Reference standard for chromatographic analysis
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