Description

α-L-Mannoheptose is a specialized monosaccharide, a seven-carbon sugar belonging to the heptose family. This high-purity biochemical is valued for its role as a critical building block and reference standard in advanced carbohydrate research and synthesis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors who require precise, well-characterized sugar intermediates. Its defined structure makes it a key tool for studying bacterial cell wall components, glycobiology, and developing novel carbohydrate-based therapeutics.

Application

• Glycobiology & Carbohydrate Research: Serves as a fundamental building block and analytical standard for studying complex carbohydrate structures and biosynthesis pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of novel antibiotics and antimicrobial agents, particularly those targeting bacterial cell wall synthesis.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Employed in the formulation of specialized culture media and biochemical test kits for microbiological identification.
• Enzymology Studies: Acts as a specific substrate or inhibitor for studying the activity of kinases, isomerases, and other enzymes involved in sugar metabolism.
• Chemical Synthesis: A key chiral starting material for the synthetic organic chemistry of complex natural products and glycoconjugates.
• Nutritional & Metabolic Research: Utilized in studies investigating rare sugar metabolism and their potential biological effects.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	α-L-Mannoheptose
CAS No.	20585-65-3
Molecular Formula	C7H14O7
Molecular Weight	210.18 g/mol
Synonyms	L-glycero-D-manno-Heptose; D-manno-Heptose; Heptose; Mannoheptose; Sedoheptulose (isomer); D-altro-Heptulose (related); 20585-65-3; L-Manno-heptose
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Quality Control

Every batch of α-L-Mannoheptose is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with detailed results from HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation tests. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the exacting standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications.

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); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]²⁰D	+29.0° to +33.0° (c=1 in H₂O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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