N-Acetyl-D-mannosamine

N-Acetyl-D-mannosamine

N-Acetyl-D-mannosamine (ManNAc) is a hexosamine monosaccharide that serves as a precursor for sialic acid biosynthesis. It plays a crucial role in glycoprotein and glycolipid formation, making it essential in biological and pharmaceutical applications.

Specifications

• Chemical Formula: C₈H₁₅NO₆

• Molecular Weight: 221.21 g/mol

• Purity: Typically ≥98% (TLC)

• Solubility: Water-soluble (50 mg/mL)

• Storage Conditions: −20°C for stability

• Appearance: White to off-white powder

Uses

• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate for enzyme studies, including N-acetyl-glucosamine epimerase.

• Sialic Acid Biosynthesis: Acts as a precursor for N-acetylneuraminic acid (Neu5Ac), which is vital for cell signaling and immune function.

• Pharmaceutical Applications: Helps in glycoprotein sialylation, improving drug efficacy and stability.

• Metabolic Studies: Investigated for its role in aging and neurological functions.

N-Acetyl-D-mannosamine
Catalog No.: PHG0017

Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C8H15NO6
CAS Number: 7772-94-3
Molecular Weight: 221.21
UNSPSC Code: 12352116

Storage Temperature: −20°C
Shipped In: Wet ice

Catalog Number: PHG0017-1KG