Description

2-Carboxyarabinitol 1,5-Biphosphate is a specialized phosphorylated sugar derivative that serves as a potent, naturally occurring inhibitor of the key photosynthetic enzyme ribulose-1,5-bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase (Rubisco). This compound is of significant value in biochemical research and plant physiology studies for its role in regulating carbon fixation. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, agricultural biotechnology, and pharmaceutical development sectors to study enzyme kinetics, metabolic pathways, and to develop novel plant growth regulators.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a high-purity reference standard and inhibitor for studying the structure, function, and catalytic mechanism of Rubisco enzyme.
• Plant Physiology Studies: Investigation of photosynthetic regulation, carbon assimilation efficiency, and plant metabolic control mechanisms.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Research into developing strategies for enhancing crop photosynthetic efficiency and yield.
• Enzyme Inhibition Assays: Used in vitro to calibrate and validate assays measuring Rubisco activity in plant extracts.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A critical tool for mapping and understanding the Calvin cycle and related photosynthetic pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Exploration of analogs for potential therapeutic applications targeting specific enzymatic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Carboxyarabinitol 1,5-Biphosphate
CAS No.	27442-42-8
Molecular Formula	C6H14O15P2
Molecular Weight	388.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-D-arabinitol 1,5-bisphosphate; 2-CABP; 2-Carboxyarabinitol-1,5-bisphosphate; CA1P; 2-Carboxy-D-arabinitol-1,5-diphosphate; Rubisco Inhibitor; 2-Carboxyarabinitol bisphosphate; D-2-Carboxyarabinitol 1,5-bisphosphate
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Quality Control

We supply 2-Carboxyarabinitol 1,5-Biphosphate in high-purity grades suitable for advanced research applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC and NMR analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to ambient conditions or moisture will compromise stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/ 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.