Mucic acid, 97%

About Mucic acid, 97%

Mucic acid is a carboxylic acid carrying the CAS registry number 526-99-8 at a purity of 97%. With the molecular formula C6H10O8, it has a molar mass of 210.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2S,3R,4S,5R)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxyhexanedioic acid. Common synonyms include Tetrahydroxyhexanedioic acid and MTPA.

In its supplied form it is a white to off-white powder. Literature values give a melting point of 220-225 °C (dec.). Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and polymer and resin production. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Available in 25 g, 100 g and 500 g packs, Mucic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Mucic acid, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008542
CAS Number	526-99-8
IUPAC name	(2S,3R,4S,5R)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxyhexanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₈
Molecular weight	210.14 g/mol
Exact mass	210.0376
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29151290
InChIKey	DSLZVSRJTYRBFB-DUHBMQHGSA-N
SMILES	[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C(=O)O)O)O)([C@@H](C(=O)O)O)O
PubChem CID	3037582

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Melting point	220-225 °C (dec.)
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	6 / 8
TPSA	156 Å²
Synonyms	Tetrahydroxyhexanedioic acid, MTPA, Saccharolactic acid, Galactaric acid, Tetrahydroxyadipic acid, Galactosaccharic acid, (2R,3S,4R,5S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxyhexanedioic acid, 2R,3S,4R,5S-tetrahydroxy-hexanedioic acid, 2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxyhexanedioic acid, strontium galactarate mono-hydrate, GlyTouCan:G56286UC, D-Galactaric acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Mucic acid, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Mucic acid, 97% is 526-99-8. It is also known as Tetrahydroxyhexanedioic acid, MTPA, Saccharolactic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mucic acid, 97%?

Mucic acid, 97% has the molecular formula C6H10O8 and a molecular weight of 210.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S,3R,4S,5R)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxyhexanedioic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Mucic acid, 97% can I order?

We supply Mucic acid, 97% in (97%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Mucic acid, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Mucic acid, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Mucic acid, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Mucic acid, 97% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.