Description

Cyclorhamnopentaose is a specialized cyclic oligosaccharide composed of five rhamnose units. This unique carbohydrate structure is of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and pharmaceutical development due to its potential as a molecular scaffold or chiral selector. It serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard for scientists in the fields of glycobiology, carbohydrate chemistry, and analytical method development. The compound is identified by CAS No. 159495-25-7.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and substrate in enzymatic studies involving rhamnosidases and glycosyltransferases.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated as a potential chiral building block or excipient for novel drug formulations and delivery systems.
• Glycobiology Studies: Serves as a model compound for studying carbohydrate-protein interactions, cell signaling, and immune response mechanisms.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a high-purity standard for calibrating HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic systems in carbohydrate analysis.
• Food Science Research: Explored for its potential functional properties, such as prebiotic activity or as a natural texturizing agent.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Research: Evaluated for potential moisturizing, film-forming, or skin-conditioning properties in advanced cosmetic formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclorhamnopentaose
CAS No.	159495-25-7
Molecular Formula	C30H50O25
Molecular Weight	786.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclic Rhamnopentaose; Cyclopentaose, Rhamno-; α-L-Rhamnopyranosyl-(1→2)-[α-L-Rhamnopyranosyl-(1→2)-α-L-Rhamnopyranosyl-(1→3)]-α-L-Rhamnopyranosyl-(1→2)-α-L-Rhamnopyranose; Cyclic Penta-Rhamnose; 1,2:1,2:1,3:1,2-Cyclopenta-rhamnose; Rhamnopentaose, cyclic
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Quality Control

Our Cyclorhamnopentaose is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment, NMR for structural confirmation, and specific optical rotation measurement. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research-grade specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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