Description

6-o-β-D-Xylopyranosyl-D-Glucose is a specialized disaccharide derivative, also known as a xylosylglucose, formed by the linkage of xylose and glucose. This compound is valued for its role as a biochemical intermediate and reference standard in carbohydrate research and analysis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and biotechnology sectors for enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway investigation, and as a building block for more complex oligosaccharides.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Serves as a high-purity reference compound for analytical method development and validation in carbohydrate chemistry.
• Enzymology Studies: Used as a specific substrate for studying the activity and kinetics of glycosyltransferases, glycosidases, and other carbohydrate-active enzymes.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Employed in research to trace and understand biosynthetic pathways involving xylose and glucose incorporation in plants and microorganisms.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a precursor or building block in the synthesis of more complex glycoconjugates or potential therapeutic agents.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for use in the development of functional foods or prebiotic formulations due to its specific glycosidic structure.
• Diagnostic Reagent Component: Can be utilized in the formulation of diagnostic kits or assays for detecting specific enzymatic activities.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-o-β-D-Xylopyranosyl-D-Glucose
CAS No.	26531-85-1
Molecular Formula	C11H20O10
Molecular Weight	312.27 g/mol
Synonyms	6-O-β-D-Xylopyranosyl-D-glucose; D-Glucose, 6-O-β-D-xylopyranosyl-; 6-O-(β-D-Xylopyranosyl)-D-glucose; Xylosylglucose; β-D-Xylopyranosyl-(1→6)-D-glucose; 1,6-Anhydro-β-D-glucopyranose derivative; Xylobiose-related disaccharide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-o-β-D-Xylopyranosyl-D-Glucose is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific tests are available upon request.

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); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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