Description

Gentianose is a naturally occurring trisaccharide sugar, a key component found in the roots of gentian plants. This high-purity carbohydrate is valued for its role as a biochemical standard and a versatile intermediate in specialized synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical sectors for applications requiring precise saccharide chemistry.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Standardization: Serves as a high-purity reference standard in carbohydrate analysis and metabolic pathway studies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a starting material or chiral building block in the synthesis of specialized active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Nutraceutical Formulations: Incorporated into advanced dietary supplements and functional foods targeting specific health benefits.
• Cosmetic Actives: Employed in high-end skincare formulations for its potential moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
• Microbiology & Cell Culture: Acts as a defined carbon source in specialized microbial fermentation and cell culture media.
• Food Science Research: Used in studies related to natural sweeteners, food texture modifiers, and prebiotic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gentianose
CAS No.	25954-44-3
Molecular Formula	C18H32O16
Molecular Weight	504.44 g/mol
Synonyms	O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-(1→6)-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→2)-β-D-fructofuranoside; 6G-α-Glucosylsucrose; Gentian Sugar; Gentianobiose Fructoside; D-Gentianose; α-D-Glucopyranosyl-(1→6)-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→2)-β-D-fructofuranoside
EINECS	247-376-6

Quality Control

Our Gentianose is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. It is suitable for research and industrial applications where reliable quality is paramount. 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, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.