Description

D-Plus-Melezitose Hydrate is a high-purity, naturally occurring trisaccharide derivative, specifically the D-enantiomer of melezitose. This compound is valued for its role as a specialized biochemical reagent and building block in advanced carbohydrate chemistry and life science research. It serves critical functions in the development of novel diagnostics, pharmaceutical intermediates, and high-value nutraceuticals. Key industries that utilize this material include pharmaceutical R&D, biotechnology, and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and complex carbohydrate-based therapeutics.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard, substrate, or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Employed in the production of test kits and assays for clinical diagnostics.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for use in specialized functional food and dietary supplement formulations.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Acts as a chiral starting material or reference compound for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Utilized in specialized microbial media and cell culture applications requiring defined carbohydrate sources.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Plus-Melezitose Hydrate
CAS No.	207511-10-2
Molecular Formula	C18H32O16 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	504.44 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	D-(+)-Melezitose Hydrate; α-D-Glucopyranosyl-(1→3)-β-D-fructofuranosyl-(2→1)-α-D-glucopyranoside Hydrate; Melezitose D-form Hydrate; (2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-[[(2S,3S,4S,5R)-3,4-Dihydroxy-2,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]oxymethyl]-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol Hydrate; Turanose Isomer Hydrate; 5-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α,β-D-fructofuranose Hydrate
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Quality Control

Our D-Plus-Melezitose Hydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent moisture absorption and ensure product stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	+88° to +92° (c=1 in H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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