N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine

N-乙酰-D-氨基葡萄糖

Also known as: 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-D-glucose, 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose, N-Acetylglucosamine, GlcNAc, D-GlcNAc, 2-(acetylamino)-2-deoxy-D-glucose, Acetyl-D-glucosamine, N-, N-((1R,2R,3S,4R)-1-formyl-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxy-pentyl)-acetamide

N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine (CAS 7512-17-6) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H15NO6 and a molecular weight of 221.208 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-D-glucose, 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose and N-Acetylglucosamine. Key properties include a melting point of 201-204ºC, a boiling point of 595.4±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 313.9±30.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
7512-17-6
Jingsj CID
J-25382-0
Molecular Formula
C8H15NO6
Chinese Name
N-乙酰-D-氨基葡萄糖
Molecular Weight
221.208 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point201-204ºC
Boiling Point595.4±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point313.9±30.1 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine?

The CAS number of N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine is 7512-17-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine?

N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine has molecular formula C8H15NO6 and molecular weight 221.208 g/mol.

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