Description

Sorbitol 6-Phosphate is a phosphorylated derivative of sorbitol, a key intermediate in carbohydrate metabolism. This compound is essential for research and development in biochemistry and enzymology, particularly in studies related to metabolic pathways and enzyme kinetics. It serves as a critical reagent for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or intermediate in enzymatic assays and studies of carbohydrate metabolism, including the pentose phosphate pathway.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a key starting material or reference standard in the synthesis and analysis of novel therapeutic agents.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the formulation of diagnostic kits and reagents for clinical and research laboratories.
• Enzyme Studies: Serves as a specific substrate for kinases and other enzymes to investigate enzyme function, inhibition, and kinetics.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A crucial tool for tracing and understanding metabolic fluxes in cellular systems and microbiological studies.
• Life Science Reagents: Supplied to manufacturers of high-purity biochemicals and cell culture media components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sorbitol 6-Phosphate
CAS No.	20479-58-7
Molecular Formula	C6H15O9P
Molecular Weight	262.15 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Sorbitol 6-Phosphate; Sorbitol-6-phosphate; D-Glucitol 6-(Dihydrogen Phosphate); 6-O-Phosphono-D-glucitol; (2R,3S,4R,5S)-6-(Phosphonooxy)hexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol; NSC 403697; D-Sorbitol-6P
EINECS	243-855-5

Quality Control

Our Sorbitol 6-Phosphate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance for research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

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

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