Description

Epimaltose, Min. 95% is a high-purity carbohydrate derivative, specifically a disaccharide, identified by CAS NO 27452-49-9. This compound is valued for its functional properties as a specialty sugar and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, food science, and fine chemical industries for research, development, and production applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, prodrugs, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Food & Beverage Ingredient: Serves as a specialty sweetener, texturizer, or prebiotic component in functional food formulations.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and carbohydrate chemistry research.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Employed as a humectant or skin-conditioning agent in personal care products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a chiral building block or protecting group in organic and medicinal chemistry.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Used in the preparation of assay kits and diagnostic media for clinical and laboratory testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Epimaltose, Min. 95%
CAS No.	27452-49-9
Molecular Formula	C12H22O11
Molecular Weight	342.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-mannose; D-Mannose, 4-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-; Epimaltose; Isomaltulose isomer; 4-α-D-Glucosyl-D-mannose; α-D-Glcp-(1→4)-D-Manp
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Epimaltose, Min. 95% is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the declared specifications for identity, purity, and related substances. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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, which can affect product stability and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	Min. 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	Max. 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	Max. 0.1%
Heavy Metals	<10 ppm

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