| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
o-Sialic acid | 【Synonyms】
(2S,4S,5R,6R)-5-Acetamido-2,4-dihydroxy-6-(1,2,3-trihydroxypropyl)oxane-2-carboxylic acid
5-N-Acetyl-D-neuraminic acid
D-glycero-D-galacto-Nonulosonic acid, 5-acetamido-3,5-dideoxy-
N-Acetylneuraminic acid
N-Acetylsialic acid
Sialomucin | 【CAS】
131-48-6 | 【Formula】
C11H19NO9 | 【Molecular Weight】
309.27 | 【EINECS】
205-023-1 | 【Merck】
12,8628 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1716283 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-04-00-03288 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Solubility in water】
Very soluble | 【Melting Point】
185 - 187 | 【pKa/pKb】
2.41 (pKa) | 【Partition Coefficient】
-3.19 | 【Usage】
An n-acyl derivative of neuraminic acid. N-acetylneuraminic acid occurs in many polysaccharides, glycoproteins, and glycolipids in animals and bacteria. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. | 【Skin】
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Deep freeze (below -20 C). | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions. | 【Exposure Effects】
The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
184 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. |
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