Description

3-Deoxy-2-Octulosonate-4-Phosphate is a key phosphorylated sugar acid intermediate in biochemical pathways. This compound is essential for research and development in the fields of bacterial metabolism and glycobiology. It is primarily utilized by biochemical researchers, pharmaceutical developers, and diagnostic manufacturers investigating lipopolysaccharide biosynthesis and related enzymatic processes. The product is supplied with a high level of purity and consistency to meet rigorous scientific standards.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical substrate for studying enzymes like KDO 8-phosphate synthase and CMP-KDO synthetase in the bacterial lipopolysaccharide (LPS) biosynthesis pathway.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in target-based screening and inhibitor discovery for novel antibacterial agents targeting Gram-negative bacteria.
• Enzymology Studies: Serves as a standard or reagent in kinetic assays and enzyme characterization experiments.
• Glycobiology: A fundamental building block for investigating the synthesis and function of complex carbohydrates and glycoconjugates.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Potential use in the formulation of specialized diagnostic kits for research purposes.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Employed in tracing and understanding metabolic fluxes within microbial systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Deoxy-2-Octulosonate-4-Phosphate
CAS No.	143651-48-3
Molecular Formula	C8H13O11P
Molecular Weight	316.15 g/mol
Synonyms	KDO 8-Phosphate; 2-Keto-3-deoxyoctulosonic Acid 8-Phosphate; 3-Deoxy-D-manno-oct-2-ulosonic Acid 8-Phosphate; 3-Deoxy-D-manno-oct-2-ulosonate 8-Phosphate; KDO-8-P; 3-Deoxy-2-octulosonic Acid 4-Phosphate; 3-Deoxy-2-octulosonate 4-Phosphate; D-3-Deoxy-2-octulosonic Acid 8-Phosphate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Deoxy-2-Octulosonate-4-Phosphate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the exacting requirements of research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results 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) and must be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water

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