N-Acetyl Glucosamine (NAG) is an important functional monosaccharide naturally found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans. It is the acetylated form of glucosamine and plays a significant role in biological systems. Compared with glucosamine, N-acetyl glucosamine demonstrates superior thermal and chemical stability, higher absorption and bioavailability, stronger anti-inflammatory properties, enhanced cartilage repair capabilities, and lower allergenicity, making it a valuable ingredient in health, nutrition, and pharmaceutical applications.
| Aliases | N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine; 2-(Acetylamino)-2-deoxy-D-glucose; N-Acetyl Glucosamine; N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine; Acetylchitosamine |
| Molecular Formula | C₈H₁₅NO₆ |
| Molecular Weight | 221.21 |
| CAS No. | 7512-17-6 |
| Appearance | White powder with a sweet taste |
| Solubility | Easily soluble in water and slightly soluble in ethanol |
| Natural Source | Naturally found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans. |
| Chemical Property | An acetylated derivative of glucosamine. |
| Biological Role | An important functional monosaccharide in living organisms. |
| Advantages Over Glucosamine | Compared with glucosamine, N-acetylglucosamine offers stronger thermal and chemical stability, higher absorption rate and bioavailability, enhanced anti-inflammatory effects, improved ability to promote cartilage repair, and lower allergenicity. |
The production of N-Acetylglucosamine (NAG) is carried out through a modern microbial fermentation process, ensuring high purity, safety, and consistency.
Construction and cultivation of optimized microbial strains for efficient production.
Target compound is produced through controlled microbial fermentation.
Removal of pigments and impurities from the fermentation solution.
Final concentration and drying to obtain the finished powder product.
This product is manufactured using microbial fermentation technology and fully complies with the requirements for N-Acetylglucosamine as a new food raw material, as specified in the National Health Commission of China Announcement No. 3 (August 5, 2024).
