D-mannose

D-Mannose (CAS 3458-28-4), also sold under the name Demannose, is a naturally occurring monosaccharide sourced primarily from plant materials such as cranberries and birch trees.

Where is D-mannose used?

• Dietary supplements and functional foods: capsules, tablets and powders targeting urinary tract health
• Food and beverage: low-glycemic sweetener and nutrient additive in health-oriented products
• Personal care: humectant in skin creams, serums and hair care products
• Pharmaceutical manufacturers use it as an excipient and active ingredient in specialized medical nutrition.

Good to know: Pharmaceutical-grade material meets stricter purity thresholds relevant to supplement and drug product manufacturing.

Commercial specifications

• USP and FCC standards
• High-purity grades typically exceed 98% assay
• Bulk supply in kilogram and metric ton quantities