Description

Neoagarooctaose is a well-defined, oligosaccharide derived from agarose, characterized by its specific octameric structure. This compound is of significant value as a high-purity biochemical tool and a critical intermediate in glycobiology research. It is primarily needed by research institutions, diagnostic manufacturers, and biotechnology companies for applications in enzymology studies, carbohydrate analysis, and the development of molecular probes.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a specific substrate for studying agarase enzymes and other carbohydrate-active enzymes.
• Glycobiology Standards: Serves as a precise molecular weight standard and reference compound for chromatographic and mass spectrometric analysis of complex carbohydrates.
• Diagnostic Development: Employed in the research and development of diagnostic assays and kits that target or utilize specific carbohydrate sequences.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Investigated as a potential precursor or building block for novel therapeutic agents and drug delivery systems.
• Microbiology Studies: Utilized in studies of marine microbial ecology and bacteria that metabolize agar-derived polysaccharides.
• Food Science Research: Applied in research related to food hydrocolloids, texture analysis, and the functional properties of agar oligomers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neoagarooctaose
CAS No.	25023-94-3
Molecular Formula	C48H78O39
Molecular Weight	1279.10 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Galactose, 4-O-(3,6-anhydro-α-L-galactopyranosyl)-, homopolymer; Agarooligosaccharide; Neoagarooctaose; Neo-agarooctaose; (1→3)-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→4)-3,6-anhydro-α-L-galactopyranosyl octamer; Agarose oligosaccharide; AGO-8; NAOS (Neoagarooligosaccharides)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Neoagarooctaose is produced under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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