Mucic Acid

Mucic Acid Specification

Boiling point
Decomposes

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture

Poisonous
Non-toxic

EINECS No
208-401-4

Loss on Drying
<0.5%

Melting Point
210-230C

Molecular Formula
C6H10O8

Solubility
Slightly soluble in cold water, soluble in hot water

Heavy Metal (%)
<0.002%

HS Code
29181990

Smell
Odorless

Structural Formula
HOOC-(CHOH)4-COOH

Shelf Life
3 Years

Color
White

Molecular Weight
210.14 g/mol

Particle Size
Micronized

Ph Level
Acidic (approx. 2.53.5)

Taste
Slightly acid

Medicine Name
Mucic Acid

Chemical Name
Galactaric Acid

CAS No
526-99-8

Type
Organic Acid

Grade
Food / Pharmaceutical Grade

Usage
Laboratory Reagent, Pharmaceutical Intermediate, Food Industry

Purity(%)
99.0%

Appearance
White Crystalline Powder

Physical Form
Solid

Infrared Spectrum
Characteristic IR peaks for carboxylic and hydroxyl groups

Transport Information
Not regulated

Microbial Count
Complies with pharmacopeial standards

Packing Type
25 kg HDPE Bag / Drum

Biodegradability
Readily biodegradable

Stability
Stable under normal conditions

Hazard Class
Not classified as hazardous

EC Number
208-401-4

Impurity Content
Conforms to pharmacopeia limits

Other Names
Saccharic Acid

Density
1.76 g/cm³

Mucic Acid Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
500 Kilograms

Supply Ability
5000 Kilograms Per Month

Delivery Time
15 Days

Main Export Market(s)
Asia, Australia, Central America, North America, South America, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Middle East, Africa

Main Domestic Market
All India

About Mucic Acid

Mucic Acid is insoluble in alcohol, and nearly insoluble in cold water. Due to the symmetry in the molecule, it is optically inactive even though it has chiral carbon atoms (i.e., it is a meso compound). It is made using utmost-grade components and advanced technology as per prevailing market trends. This Mucic Acid is available in the market at industry leading prices.

PRODUCT : MUCIC ACID

SYNONYMS : 2,3,4,5-TETRAHYDROXYHEXENEDIOIC ACID;

GALACTARIC ACID

CAS NUMBER : 526-99-8

MOL.FORMULA : C₆H₁₀O₈

MOL.WT. : 210.14gms/mole

DESCRIPTION : A. APPERANCE: CRYSTALLINE POWDER

B. COLOUR: WHITE TO ALMOST WHITE.

C. ODOUR: PRACTICALLY ODOURLESS.

IDENTIFICATION : BY IR MUST COMPLY WITH REFERENCE STANDARD.

WATER BY KF : 1.0%(NMT)

MELTING RANGE : 210⁰C-230⁰C

SOLUTION IN NaOH : a. OPALALESCANCE: 1.0(NMT)

b. COLOUR B: 9.0(NLT)

c. ABSORBANCE OF SOL.(420nm,1cm): 0.040(NMT)

ASPECT OF SOLUTION : THE SOLUTION IS SPRINGLY MUDDY AND COLOURED

SOLUBILITY : SOLUBLE IN ALKALIES; SLIGHTLY SOLUBLE IN

HOT WATER; SPRINGLY SOLUBLE IN COLD

WATER AND INSOLUBLE IN ETHANOL.

RESIDUE ON IGNITION : 0.1%(NMT)

EASILY VISIBLE DARK PARTICLES : NMT 02 PARTICLES PER GRAM

PURITY(TITRATION BY NaOH) : 98.0%-103.5% ON DRY BASIS

Exceptional Quality for Pharmaceutical and Food Applications

Mucic Acid is manufactured to meet strict food and pharmaceutical grade standards. Impurity and microbial content conform to pharmacopeia limits, ensuring safety and consistency. Its micronized particle size and stable form provide reliability for laboratories, pharmaceutical intermediates, and food formulation processes.

Eco-Friendly and Safe Handling

This organic acid is readily biodegradable and non-toxic. It is not classified as hazardous, and its transport is not regulated, which simplifies logistics and ensures user safety. The material is best stored in a cool, dry environment, protecting its shelf life and quality for up to three years.

Versatile Usage with Efficient Performance

With its characteristic IR spectrum, Mucic Acid is used as a laboratory reagent, pharmaceutical intermediate, and food ingredient. It is slightly soluble in cold water and more soluble in hot water, making it adaptable for different processing requirements. Its acidic pH and purity lend consistent results across various applications.

FAQ's of Mucic Acid:

Q: How should Mucic Acid be stored to maintain its stability and shelf life?

A: Mucic Acid should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from moisture, to preserve its quality. Under these conditions, its shelf life is up to three years.

Q: What are the primary uses of Mucic Acid in industry?

A: Mucic Acid serves as a laboratory reagent, pharmaceutical intermediate, and is utilized in the food industry for its consistent purity and safety.

Q: When is Mucic Acid typically utilized during pharmaceutical processes?

A: It is commonly used as an intermediate or reagent during synthesis steps requiring high-purity organic acids that meet pharmacopeial standards.

Q: Where does Mucic Acid originate, and who supplies it?

A: Mucic Acid is sourced and supplied by exporters, manufacturers, and traders in India, ensuring compliance with international standards.

Q: What benefits does Mucic Acid offer for laboratory and industrial applications?

A: Its micronized form, high purity, non-toxicity, and biodegradability make Mucic Acid a safe, reliable, and environmentally friendly choice for various laboratory and industrial uses.

Q: How is Mucic Acid packed and transported?

A: It is packed in secure 25 kg HDPE bags or drums and, as it is non-hazardous, it is not regulated in transport, allowing for straightforward shipping.

Tell us about your requirement