Description

Digalacturonic Acid is a specific oligosaccharide derived from pectin, consisting of two galacturonic acid units. This compound is a valuable intermediate and reference standard for research in carbohydrate chemistry and plant biology. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, food technology, and pharmaceutical development sectors for analytical and synthetic applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly for pectinases and polygalacturonases.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a starting material or intermediate for the synthesis of more complex carbohydrate-based molecules with potential therapeutic value.
• Food Science: Employed in research to understand pectin structure, degradation, and functionality in food products and processing.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as a critical calibration standard in chromatographic (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods for quantifying pectin-derived compounds.
• Plant & Agricultural Science: Used to study plant cell wall composition, integrity, and the role of pectin in plant growth and disease resistance.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Research: Investigated for potential applications in skincare formulations due to its origin from natural pectin.

Basic Information

Product Name	Digalacturonic Acid
CAS No.	28144-27-6
Molecular Formula	C12H18O13
Molecular Weight	370.26 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Galacturonic acid dimer; Di-Galacturonic Acid; α-D-Galactopyranosyluronic acid-(1→4)-D-galacturonic acid; Pectic oligosaccharide; Galacturonic acid dimer; (1→4)-α-D-Galacturonobiose; Oligogalacturonic acid (n=2); Digalacturonate
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Quality Control

Our Digalacturonic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by IR/NMR and purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets high-purity research-grade standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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