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Miglitol

Also known as Glyset, (2R,3R,4R,5S)-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)piperidine-3,4,5-triol, Bay m 1099

CAS 72432-03-2Formula C8H17NO5Molar mass 207.23 g/molEC 276-661-6
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Corrosive, Harmful or irritant, Serious health hazard 79 suppliers listed Drug substance
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Miglitol chemical structure, C8H17NO5, CAS 72432-03-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
White to pale-yellow powder
Melting point
114 °C
Solubility
Soluble in water
HS code
293339
Category
Cardiovascular and metabolic drugs
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What is Miglitol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Miglitol is a member of piperidines.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
(2R,3R,4R,5S)-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)piperidine-3,4,5-triol
CAS number
72432-03-2 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 1204250-58-7
EC number
276-661-6
Molecular formula
C8H17NO5
UNII
0V5436JAQW
MDL number
MFCD00867240
InChIKey
IBAQFPQHRJAVAV-ULAWRXDQSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H17NO5/c10-2-1-9-3-6(12)8(14)7(13)5(9)4-11/h5-8,10-14H,1-4H2/t5-,6+,7-,8-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
OCCN1CC(O)C(O)C(O)C1CO
Isomeric SMILES
C1[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](N1CCO)CO)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • Glyset
  • (2R,3R,4R,5S)-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)piperidine-3,4,5-triol
  • Bay m 1099
  • Bay-m-1099
  • (2R,3R,4R,5S)-1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-3,4,5-piperidinetriol
  • 3,4,5-Piperidinetriol, 1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-, (2R-(2alpha,3beta,4alpha,5beta))-
  • BAY-m 1099
  • N-hydroxyethyl-1-desoxynojirimycin
  • N-hydroxyethyl-1-desoxy-nojirimycin
  • Miglitol (Glyset)
  • Miglitolum
  • Diastabol
  • Seibule
  • Miglitolum (Latin)
  • Plumarol
  • 3,4,5-Piperidinetriol, 1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-,(2R,3R,4R,5S)-
  • N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1-deoxynojirimycin
  • Glyset (TN)
  • BAY1099, BAY-m1099
  • Bay 1099
  • Diastabol,
  • baym1099
  • N-hydroxyethyl-1-desoxynojiri
  • BAY-m1099
  • Miglitol (JP18/USAN/INN)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
White to pale-yellow powderexp.
Melting point
114 °Cexp.
Solubility
Soluble in waterexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
207.23 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
207.1107 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-3.26calc.
Topological polar surface area
104.4 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
5calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
14calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
4calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CCNCC1

C1CCNCC1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Piperidine ring system.

32,085 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS05: Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard

Hazard statements

  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
Precautionary statements (20)
  • P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P330 + P331If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P302 + P361 + P354If on skin: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Pharmacological actions

  • Enzyme Inhibitors
  • Glycoside Hydrolase Inhibitors
  • Hypoglycemic Agents

Roles

  • hypoglycemic agent
  • pharmaceutical

Pharmacology

Miglitol is an alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitor. The mechanism of action of miglitol is as an alpha Glucosidase Inhibitor.

How it is made

One method involves nojirimycin, a natural product obtainable from the leaves of the mulberry tree (Morus elba, Morus bombycis, or Morus nigra). Nojirimycin retains the configuration of D-glucose with the ether linkage replaced by a secondary amino group. The hydrogen atom on carbon-1 is removed by regioselective oxidation with Gluconobacter oxydans to form 1-deoxynojirimycin. The amine hydrogen atom is replaced by a hydroxyethyl group to form the product.

Preparation: B. Junge et al., DE 2758025, eidem, US 4639436 (1979, 1987 both to Bayer AG)

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Miglitol is traded under.

HS 2933.39Indicative HS code

Heterocyclic compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure…

World exports in 2024
$9.16B
−17.9% vs 2023, imports $10.6B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China21.5%
  2. India * partner reported12.3%
  3. Ireland11.6%
Top importers
  1. Germany14.2%
  2. United States12.8%
  3. Brazil10.1%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Miglitol is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Miglitol, based on the data on this page

What is Miglitol?

Miglitol is a member of piperidines.

What is the CAS number of Miglitol?

The CAS registry number of Miglitol is 72432-03-2. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 1204250-58-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Miglitol?

The molecular formula of Miglitol is C8H17NO5 and its molar mass is 207.23 g/mol.

What is Miglitol used for?

Known uses and roles of Miglitol include antidiabetics in pharmaceuticals, biochemical and pharmacological tools in research and laboratory, hypoglycemic agent, pharmaceutical, enzyme inhibitors and 2 more.

Is Miglitol hazardous?

Miglitol carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: causes severe skin burns and eye damage, causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Miglitol?

Miglitol is usually classified under HS code 293339 (Compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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