Description

D-Ribulose 1,5-Bisphosphate (RuBP) is a critical phosphorylated sugar and the primary carbon dioxide acceptor in the Calvin cycle of photosynthesis. This compound is essential for research and development in plant biochemistry, enzymology, and metabolic pathway studies. It serves as a vital reagent for scientists and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, and agricultural biotechnology sectors.

Application

• Enzymatic Research Substrate: Primary substrate for the enzyme Ribulose-1,5-bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase (RuBisCO) in photosynthesis studies.
• Plant Biochemistry & Physiology: Investigation of carbon fixation pathways, photosynthetic efficiency, and plant metabolism.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Used in in vitro assays to study the Calvin cycle and related biochemical networks.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Potential starting material or reference standard in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs or other bioactive molecules.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Component in diagnostic kits for enzymatic activity measurements and biochemical detection systems.
• Educational & Reference Standard: High-purity material for academic teaching and as a certified reference material in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Ribulose 1,5-Bisphosphate
CAS No.	24218-00-6
Molecular Formula	C5H12O11P2
Molecular Weight	310.09 g/mol
Synonyms	RuBP; Ribulose-1,5-diphosphate; D-erythro-2-Pentulose, 1,5-bis(dihydrogen phosphate); 1,5-Bisphosphoribulose; Ribulose bisphosphate; Calvin cycle acceptor; Photosynthetic CO2 acceptor; D-Ribulose-1,5-bisphosphoric acid
EINECS	246-149-1

Quality Control

Our D-Ribulose 1,5-Bisphosphate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability. For long-term storage, keep desiccated.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Purity (HPLC, Area%)	≥ 98.0%
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.