Description

Hexa-Guluronic Acid Sodium Salt is a defined oligosaccharide derivative of alginic acid, representing a specific sequence of guluronic acid monomers. This compound is valued for its role as a precise biochemical tool and a high-purity intermediate in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries for studying alginate lyase activity, developing targeted drug delivery systems, and creating bioactive formulations.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a specific substrate for studying the kinetics and mechanisms of alginate lyase enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a model compound or intermediate in the research of novel drug delivery vehicles, particularly for controlled-release systems.
• Cosmetic Science: Investigated for its potential bioactive properties in high-end skincare formulations aimed at moisturization and skin barrier enhancement.
• Nutraceuticals: Explored as a potential prebiotic fiber or functional food ingredient due to its specific oligosaccharide structure.
• Standards and Calibration: Employed as an analytical reference standard for quality control and method development in laboratories analyzing alginate products.
• Material Science: Used in research for developing novel biomaterials, hydrogels, and biocompatible films with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Hexa-Guluronic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	183437-50-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Sodium Hexaguluronate; Oligoguluronate Sodium Salt (DP6); G-block Hexamer Sodium Salt; α-L-Guluronic Acid Hexasaccharide Sodium Salt; Alginate Oligosaccharide (G6); Polyguluronic Acid Hexamer Sodium Salt; 1,4-Linked Hexa-α-L-guluronate Sodium Salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hexa-Guluronic Acid Sodium Salt is produced under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for research and development applications. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0 %
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Microbial Limits	< 1000 CFU/g

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