N-Acetylneuraminic acid (CAS: 131-48-6) is the most abundant member of the sialic acid family and is a key component of glycoproteins, glycolipids, and polysaccharides in animals and bacteria. It is supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder that is soluble in water. The molecule plays essential roles in cell–cell recognition, immune modulation, and viral infection processes, making it a valuable biochemical tool and nutritional ingredient.
N-Acetylneuraminic Acid
Category:Nutrition Additives
CAS No.:131-48-6
Product Grade: Food grade
Purity / Assay: 98%
Molecular Formula:C₁₁H₁₉NO₉
Molecular Weight:309.27
EINECS No.:205-023-1
Synonym(s):NANA; Sialic acid; 5-Acetamido-3,5-dideoxy-D-glycero-D-galactononulosonic acid
N-Acetylneuraminic acid (CAS: 131-48-6) is the most abundant member of the sialic acid family and is a key component of glycoproteins, glycolipids, and polysaccharides in animals and bacteria. It is supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder that is soluble in water. The molecule plays essential roles in cell–cell recognition, immune modulation, and viral infection processes, making it a valuable biochemical tool and nutritional ingredient.
1) Nutritional supplement and functional food ingredient.
2) Biochemical reagent for glycobiology and cell-recognition research.
3) Intermediate for antiviral and anticancer drug development.
4) Moisturising and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations.
25kg/drum, 1kg/bag
CAS No.: 131-48-6
Product Name: N-Acetylneuraminic Acid
Purity / Assay:98%
Molecular Formula:C₁₁H₁₉NO₉
Molecular Weight:309.27
EINECS No.:205-023-1
Synonym(s):NANA; Sialic acid; 5-Acetamido-3,5-dideoxy-D-glycero-D-galactononulosonic acid
For global customers, we provide complete technical documentation to support product evaluation, regulatory compliance and safe handling during transportation and application.