Chondroitin sulfate is a sulfated glycosaminoglycan (GAG) composed of a repeating disaccharide chain of N-acetylgalactosamine and glucuronic acid. It is a major structural component of cartilage, providing resistance to compression. It is commonly used as a dietary supplement for joint health, often in combination with glucosamine. Sulfation patterns vary, influencing its biological activity and interaction with proteins. Its therapeutic use is listed as antirheumatic agents and osteoarthritis agents. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a natural source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Sodium chondroitin sulfate, Condrosulf, Chondron and Structum. Its PubChem CID is 24766.
Chondroitin sulfate
| CAS No | 9007-28-7 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C13H21NO15S |
| Molecular Weight | 463.37 g/mol |
| Synonyms | (2S,3S,4S,5R,6R)-6-[(2R,3R,4R,5R,6R)-3-acetamido-2,5-dihydroxy-6-sulfooxyoxan-4-yl]oxy-3,4,5-trihydroxyoxane-2-carboxylic acid |
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Chondroitin sulfate is a sulfated glycosaminoglycan (GAG) composed of a repeating disaccharide chain of N-acetylgalactosamine and glucuronic acid. It is a major structural component of cartilage, providing resistance to compression.
The listed CAS number is 9007-28-7.
The listed molecular formula is C13H21NO15S.
The listed molecular weight is 463.37 g/mol.
(2S,3S,4S,5R,6R)-6-[(2R,3R,4R,5R,6R)-3-acetamido-2,5-dihydroxy-6-sulfooxyoxan-4-yl]oxy-3,4,5-trihydroxyoxane-2-carboxylic acid.
The source lists Sodium chondroitin sulfate, Condrosulf, Chondron and Structum.