Muramic Acid

Name: Muramic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-051079

About Muramic Acid

Muramic Acid is a carboxylic acid carrying the CAS registry number 1114-41-6. The compound has the formula C9H17NO7, corresponding to a molecular weight of 251.23 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2R)-2-[(3R,4R,5S,6R)-3-amino-2,5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-4-yl]oxypropanoic acid. Alternative names: 3-O-alpha-Carboxyethyl-D-glucosamine and 2-Amino-3-(R)-Lactate-2-Deoxy-D-Glucopyranose.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, Muramic Acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Muramic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-051079
CAS Number	1114-41-6
IUPAC name	(2R)-2-[(3R,4R,5S,6R)-3-amino-2,5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-4-yl]oxypropanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₇NO₇
Molecular weight	251.23 g/mol
Exact mass	251.1005
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	MSFSPUZXLOGKHJ-PGYHGBPZSA-N
SMILES	C[C@H](C(=O)O)O[C@H]1[C@@H]([C@H](OC([C@@H]1N)O)CO)O
PubChem CID	441038

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	-4.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 8
TPSA	142 Å²
Synonyms	3-O-alpha-Carboxyethyl-D-glucosamine, 2-amino-3-O-[(R)-1-carboxyethyl]-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose, 2-Amino-3-(R)-Lactate-2-Deoxy-D-Glucopyranose, Acid, Muramic, Mur (SNFG), GlyTouCan:G42792MV, (R)-2-Amino-3-O-(1-carboxyethyl)-2-deoxy-D-glucose, muramate, 2-amino-3-O-[(1R)-1-carboxyethyl]-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose, 2-Amino-3-O-D-1-carboxyethyl-2-deoxy-D-glucose

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 Muramic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of Muramic Acid is 1114-41-6. It is also known as 3-O-alpha-Carboxyethyl-D-glucosamine, 2-amino-3-O-[(R)-1-carboxyethyl]-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose, 2-Amino-3-(R)-Lactate-2-Deoxy-D-Glucopyranose.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Muramic Acid?

Muramic Acid has the molecular formula C9H17NO7 and a molecular weight of 251.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2R)-2-[(3R,4R,5S,6R)-3-amino-2,5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-4-yl]oxypropanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Muramic Acid can I order?

We supply Muramic Acid, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Muramic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of Muramic Acid 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 Muramic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Muramic Acid worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.