Deoxynojirimycin

Deoxynojirimycin (CAS 19130-96-2), also known as Moranolin and abbreviated 1-DNJ, is a naturally derived iminosugar extracted primarily from mulberry leaf.

Where is Deoxynojirimycin used?

• Pharmaceutical development: active reference compound
• API precursor in research targeting type 2 diabetes and glycosidase-related enzyme disorders
• Cosmetic formulators incorporate it into anti-aging and skin-brightening formulations for enzyme-inhibitory activity linked to melanogenesis pathway interference.
• Nutraceuticals: standardized mulberry-derived extracts with quantified 1-DNJ for blood sugar management supplements
• Glycobiology research: biochemical tool compound supporting assay development and enzyme characterization workflows

Good to know: Extract grades are characterized by 1-DNJ assay percentage rather than absolute purity; buyers should confirm standardization methods when sourcing.

Commercial specifications

• Purity levels typically range from 98% upward for isolated material
• Offered in isolated high-purity form and as standardized mulberry leaf extract with defined 1-DNJ content
• Pharmaceutical and research-grade specifications most commonly supplied