Description

Capsular Polysaccharides K87 is a high-purity, structurally defined bacterial polysaccharide antigen. This compound is critical for the research and development of advanced vaccines and immunological diagnostics, offering precise antigenic specificity. It is primarily utilized by biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies engaged in vaccine formulation, immunological assay development, and microbiological research.

Application

• Conjugate Vaccine Development: Serves as a key antigenic component for the synthesis of glycoconjugate vaccines targeting specific bacterial pathogens.
• Immunological Assays: Used as a coating antigen or standard in ELISA, latex agglutination, and other serological tests for antibody detection and quantification.
• Research Reagent: Employed in microbiological and immunological research to study host-pathogen interactions, immune responses, and polysaccharide structure-function relationships.
• Quality Control Reference: Acts as a reference standard for the quality control and potency testing of commercial vaccines and diagnostic kits.
• Antibody Production: Utilized as an immunogen for the generation of specific polyclonal or monoclonal antibodies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Capsular Polysaccharides K87
CAS No.	130815-82-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	High Molecular Weight Polymer
Synonyms	K87 Capsular Polysaccharide; Klebsiella pneumoniae Type K87 Capsular Polysaccharide; CPS K87; Bacterial Polysaccharide K87; K87 Antigen; Polysaccharide Antigen K87; Klebsiella K87 PS
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Capsular Polysaccharides K87 is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for immunological applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as polysaccharide content, purity, and identity confirmation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or lyophilized solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Polysaccharide Content)	≥ 95% (by colorimetric assay)
Protein Content	≤ 1.0% (by Bradford or equivalent)
Nucleic Acid Content	≤ 1.0% (by UV absorbance)
Endotoxin	< 10 EU/mg (by LAL test)
Moisture Content (Loss on Drying)	≤ 5.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water or saline

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