Key Properties of Meglumine

Product Name: | Meglumine |
Synonyms: | N-Methyl-D-glucamine, D-Glucamine, N-Methylglucamine, 1-Deoxy-1-(methylamino)-D-sorbitol |
CAS No: | 6284-40-8 |
Chemical Formula: | C7H17NO5 |
Grade: | IP/BP/USP |
Appearance: | White crystalline powder or granules |
Molar Mass: | 195.21 g/mol |
Solubility: | Freely soluble in water |
Manufacturing process of Meglumine
Meglumine, also known as N-Methyl-D-Glucamine, is manufactured through a controlled chemical process starting from glucose.
1. Raw Material Selection
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D-Glucose is used as the primary raw material.
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Additional key reagent: Methylamine.
2. Hydrogenation of Glucose
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D-Glucose is subjected to catalytic hydrogenation using a nickel catalyst under high pressure.
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This converts glucose into Sorbitol (D-Glucitol).
3. Amination with Methylamine
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Sorbitol is reacted with methylamine in aqueous solution.
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Under controlled temperature and pH, one hydroxyl group is substituted with a methylamino group.
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This results in the formation of Meglumine (C₇H₁₇NO₅).
4. Purification
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Removal of catalyst residues and unreacted materials.
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Crystallization or ion-exchange purification is used to achieve pharmaceutical-grade quality.
5. Drying & Milling
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The product is dried under controlled conditions to maintain low moisture content.
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Milling and sieving ensure a uniform crystalline powder.
Applications of Meglumine
Technical Specifications of Meglumine
1 | Appearance | White crystalline powder or granules, odorless |
2 | Solubility | Freely soluble in water; practically insoluble in ethanol, chloroform, and ether |
3 | Identification | IR spectrum should conform to that of standard Meglumine |
4 | Assay (on dry basis) | NLT 98.0% and NMT 102.0% (Calculated on anhydrous basis) |
5 | Loss on Drying | NMT 1.0% (at 105°C) |
6 | pH (5% solution) | 6.5 – 7.5 |
7 | Melting Point | 128°C – 132°C |
Packing and Storage condition of Meglumine
25 kg HDPE drums / fiber drums / customized export packaging
Why Choose Chemignition for
Meglumine Supply?
Quality Assurance
Grade Compliance
Meglumine is manufactured in adherence to stringent global pharmaceutical standards.
In-House Quality Control
Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for purity, stability, and efficacy.
Regulatory Approvals
Certified for export and compliant with international regulatory requirements.
Large-Scale Manufacturing and Export
Grade Compliance
Meglumine is manufactured in adherence to stringent global pharmaceutical standards.
In-House Quality Control
Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for purity, stability, and efficacy.
Regulatory Approvals
Certified for export and compliant with international regulatory requirements.