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Overview
D-Glucosamine HCL/Sulfate is a crystalline amino sugar derivative synthesized via enzymatic hydrolysis of crustacean chitin or microbial fermentation. It serves as the primary raw material for pharmaceutical synthesis and nutritional supplements, characterized by high purity (>98%) and specific stereochemical configuration.
Application
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) in osteoarthritis tablets and injectables.
- Nutritional Supplements: Bulk powder blending for joint health capsules and effervescent tablets.
- Veterinary Feed Additives: Premix formulation for livestock joint support systems.
Precautions
- Storage: Maintain ambient temperature between 15-25°C with relative humidity below 60% to prevent hygroscopic clumping.
- Handling: Avoid exposure to direct sunlight; store in sealed stainless steel drums to prevent oxidation.
- Maintenance: Ensure dry nitrogen purging during long-term bulk storage to preserve chemical stability.