Sodium chondroitin sulfate

Sodium chondroitin sulfate (CAS 9082-07-9) is a sulfated glycosaminoglycan derived primarily from bovine, porcine, or marine cartilage sources. Also marketed as chondroitin sulfate sodium salt.

Where is Sodium chondroitin sulfate used?

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing: oral joint health supplements and prescription-grade preparations targeting cartilage support
• Nutraceutical combination joint formulas alongside glucosamine, requiring tight specification control
• Topical cosmetic serums and eye creams: film-forming humectant that binds moisture to the skin surface
• Ophthalmic eye drops and surgical viscoelastic solutions for medical procedures use high-purity grades.

Good to know: Consistent molecular weight and sulfation degree are critical to product registration in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors. Molecular weight fractions and source declarations are commonly specified by buyers to meet regional regulatory and labeling requirements for bovine, porcine, shark, or chicken sources.

Commercial specifications

• Purity typically specified at 90% or higher