Dextrose Monohydrate

Dextrose Monohydrate (Food Grade)

D-Glucose Monohydrate Powder
Catalog Number: ASF-3002

Product Information

• Catalog Number: ASF-3002

• CAS Number: 77938-63-7

• Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆ · H₂O

• Molecular Weight: 198.17 g/mol

• Form: Crystalline powder

Overview

Dextrose Monohydrate, also known as D-glucose monohydrate, is a naturally occurring carbohydrate and the primary sugar found in the bloodstream. It is a fundamental energy source in biological systems and is widely used across food, fermentation, biochemical, and industrial applications.

Glucose plays a central role in energy metabolism, glycan synthesis, and cellular structural integrity. It is involved in post-translational protein modifications through glycation (non-enzymatic glycosylation) at lysine residues, a process extensively studied in aging, metabolic research, and disease-related biochemical models.

Dextrose monohydrate is also commonly used to support osmotic balance, cell viability, and fermentation performance, making it a versatile and essential raw material across multiple industries.

Applications

• Food and beverage manufacturing

• Fermentation and biotechnology

• Biochemical and metabolic research

• Cell culture and microbial media formulation

• Industrial processing and formulation

Key Features & Benefits

• Naturally occurring monosaccharide

• Readily metabolized energy source

• Highly soluble and easy to formulate

• Suitable for food, industrial, and laboratory applications

Storage & Stability

• Store in a cool, dry place

• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight

• Keep container tightly closed

Quality & Compliance

• Manufactured under controlled conditions

• Consistent quality and batch reproducibility

• COA and SDS available upon request