Description

Chitobiose Dihydrochloride is a high-purity, defined oligosaccharide derivative of chitin, essential for advanced biochemical research and development. This compound serves as a critical building block and reference standard for studying chitinolytic enzymes, carbohydrate-protein interactions, and glycosylation pathways. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for drug discovery, enzyme characterization, and the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates.

Application

• Enzyme Substrate & Inhibitor Studies: A key substrate for characterizing the activity and kinetics of chitinases, lysozymes, and other glycosyl hydrolases.
• Biochemical Research Standard: Used as a precise reference standard in HPLC, MS, and NMR analyses for carbohydrate research.
• Glycobiology & Glycoengineering: Acts as a fundamental building block for the chemical or enzymatic synthesis of more complex chitin oligomers and chitosan derivatives.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated for its role in immunomodulation, wound healing, and as a potential carrier in drug delivery systems.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Employed in the development of diagnostic kits and assays that target chitin-related biological processes.
• Agricultural Research: Studied for its elicitor properties in plant defense mechanisms against fungal pathogens.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chitobiose Dihydrochloride
CAS No.	115350-24-8
Molecular Formula	C12H26Cl2N2O9
Molecular Weight	413.25 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N'-Diacetylchitobiose dihydrochloride; Chitobiose HCl; 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-4-O-(2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranosyl)-D-glucopyranose dihydrochloride; β-D-GlcNAc-(1→4)-D-GlcNAc·2HCl; (GlcNAc)2·2HCl; Dimeric N-acetylglucosamine dihydrochloride; Chitin dimer dihydrochloride
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Chitobiose Dihydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards required for research and development applications in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

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

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