Description

2-o-α-D-Mannopyranosyl-D-Mannopyranose is a specific disaccharide sugar composed of two mannose units. This compound matters as a high-purity biochemical building block and reference standard for research and development. It is needed by professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for applications in glycobiology, vaccine development, and diagnostic reagent formulation.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a standard or intermediate in the study of carbohydrate structure, function, and metabolism.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block or reference compound in the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates for therapeutic agents.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the formulation of assays and kits for detecting specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or antibodies.
• Vaccine Adjuvant Research: Investigated for its potential immunomodulatory properties as part of novel adjuvant systems.
• Enzymology Studies: Acts as a substrate for studying the activity and specificity of glycosidases and glycosyltransferases.
• Biochemical Standards: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical methods like HPLC and mass spectrometry in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-o-α-D-Mannopyranosyl-D-Mannopyranose
CAS No.	15548-39-7
Molecular Formula	C12H22O11
Molecular Weight	342.30 g/mol
Synonyms	α-D-Mannopyranosyl-(1→2)-D-mannopyranose; 2-O-α-D-Mannopyranosyl-D-mannose; D-Mannose, O-α-D-mannopyranosyl-(1→2)-; α,α-Trehalose isomer; 1,1'-α,α-Trehalose; α-D-Mannosyl-(1→2)-D-mannose; O-α-D-Mannopyranosyl-(1→2)-D-mannopyranose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-o-α-D-Mannopyranosyl-D-Mannopyranose is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). For long-term stability, consider storage under desiccant or in a nitrogen atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.