Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1-Amino-1-deoxy-D-glucitol (CAS: 488-43-7)?
Answer
1-Amino-1-deoxy-D-glucitol (CAS: 488-43-7) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 156.16 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and ethanol. Chemically, it exhibits basic properties due to the amino group, which can react with acids to form salts. It is also prone to dehydration, leading to the formation of sugars. This compound is used in the synthesis of various amino sugar derivatives and in pharmaceutical applications.
About
CAS No
488-43-7
English Name
1-Amino-1-deoxy-D-glucitol
Molecular Formula
C6H15NO5
Molecular Weight
181.188 g/mol
SMILES
C(C(C(C(C(CO)O)O)O)O)N
InChIKey
SDOFMBGMRVAJNF-SLPGGIOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-28 13:06
