Miglitol

Also known as: Glyset, Diastabol, Plumarol, Seibule, N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1-deoxynojirimycin, N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)moranoline, BAY 1099, BAY m 1099, 1,5-dideoxy-1,5-[(2-hydroxyethyl)imino]-D-glucitol, (2R,3R,4R,5S)-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)piperidine-3,4,5-triol

Miglitol (CAS 72432-03-2) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H17NO5 and a molecular weight of 207.224 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 114ºC, a boiling point of 453.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 284.3±27.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 72432-03-2
Jingsj CID: J-1963135-7
Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₇NO₅
Molecular Weight: 207.224 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	114ºC
Boiling Point	453.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	284.3±27.4 °C
Exact Mass	207.110672
PSA	104.39000
LogP	-1.40
Vapor Pressure	0.0±2.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.598
Storage Conditions	-20°C Freezer
Additional Property	Soluble

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Fukaya, N., et al., The alpha-glucosidase inhibitor miglitol delays the development of diabetes and dysfunctional insulin secretion in pancreatic beta-cells in OLETF rats. Eur J Pharmacol, 2009. 624(1-3): p. 51-7. [2]. Hirata, A., et al., Effect of miglitol, an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor, on atherogenic outcomes in balloon-injured diabetic rats. Horm Metab Res, 2009. 41(3): p. 213-20.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Miglitol?

The CAS number of Miglitol is 72432-03-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Miglitol?

Miglitol has molecular formula C8H17NO5 and molecular weight 207.224 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Miglitol?

For Miglitol, Upstream Products: 1-Deoxynojirimycin, Benzyloxyacetaldehyde, 2-Bromoethanol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Miglitol (CAS 72432-03-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1963135-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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