Description

β-D-Glucose (Contains α-D-Glucose) is a fundamental monosaccharide and a primary energy source in biological systems. This high-purity grade is essential for research and industrial processes requiring a defined carbohydrate standard. It serves as a critical raw material and reference compound for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food science, and chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Cell Culture Media: Used as a defined carbon and energy source in microbial fermentation and mammalian cell culture systems.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient & Analytical Standard: Serves as a diluent or carrier in solid dosage forms and as a primary standard for calibrating analytical instruments (e.g., HPLC, enzymatic assays).
• Food & Beverage Ingredient Development: Acts as a sweetener, fermentation substrate, or precursor for Maillard reaction flavor compounds.
• Enzymatic Synthesis & Biocatalysis: Employed as a substrate for enzymes like glucose oxidase, hexokinase, and glucosyltransferases to produce derivatives or for diagnostic kit manufacturing.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A starting material for the production of glucosides, sugar alcohols (e.g., sorbitol), and other functionalized carbohydrate molecules.
• Diagnostic Reagents: A key component in clinical chemistry reagents for measuring blood glucose levels and other metabolic parameters.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-D-Glucose (Contains α-D-Glucose)
CAS No.	28905-12-6
Molecular Formula	C6H12O6
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Glucose, β-D-Glucopyranose, Dextrose (anhydrous), Grape Sugar, Blood Sugar, Corn Sugar, Dextrosol, Glucoside, (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-Pentahydroxyhexanal (β-form)
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Quality Control

Our β-D-Glucose is manufactured under a quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications for parameters such as assay, optical rotation, and related substances are provided 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 use to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (β-D-Glucose, total glucose)
Specific Optical Rotation	+52.5° to +53.0° (c=10, H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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