Description

Xylulose 1,5-Bisphosphate (CAS NO 15565-46-5) is a critical phosphorylated sugar intermediate in the Calvin cycle and pentose phosphate pathway. This compound is essential for research in plant biochemistry, metabolic engineering, and enzymology, serving as a key substrate for transketolase and other enzymes. It is primarily utilized by biochemical researchers, pharmaceutical developers, and industrial biotechnologists focused on carbohydrate metabolism and synthetic biology applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a high-purity substrate for studying enzyme kinetics, particularly for transketolase and aldolase in the Calvin cycle and non-oxidative pentose phosphate pathway.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A key intermediate for in vitro reconstruction of photosynthetic carbon fixation and carbohydrate metabolism pathways.
• Enzyme Assay Development: Serves as a standard and critical reagent in the development of diagnostic and research assays for metabolic disorders.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Investigated in drug discovery programs targeting metabolic diseases and as a tool compound for probing cellular energy and biosynthetic pathways.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Potential use in engineered microbial systems for the production of biofuels and biochemicals via optimized pentose metabolism.
• Academic & Educational Use: Supplied to universities and research institutes for advanced teaching and fundamental research in plant physiology and biochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Xylulose 1,5-Bisphosphate
CAS No.	15565-46-5
Molecular Formula	C5H12O11P2
Molecular Weight	310.09 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Xylulose 1,5-Bisphosphate; D-Xylulose-1,5-diphosphate; XuBP; 1,5-Diphospho-D-xylulose; D-Threo-2-Pentulose 1,5-bisphosphate; Pentulose 1,5-bisphosphate; Calvin Cycle Intermediate
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Quality Control

Our Xylulose 1,5-Bisphosphate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and mass spectrometry, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive biochemical research. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, keep desiccated under an inert atmosphere. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or lyophilized solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Assay (Enzymatic)	≥ 90%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, slightly soluble in methanol

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