Description

D-Ribose-5-Phosphate Disodium Salt is a high-purity biochemical reagent and a critical phosphorylated sugar intermediate. This compound is essential for research and industrial processes involving nucleotide synthesis, carbohydrate metabolism, and enzymatic studies. It is primarily utilized by biopharmaceutical manufacturers, academic research institutions, and companies developing diagnostic kits and nutritional supplements.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Enzyme Assays: Serves as a key substrate or standard in studies of the pentose phosphate pathway, glycolysis, and nucleotide biosynthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of nucleotide analogs, antiviral drugs, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A vital component in the formulation of diagnostic kits for metabolic disorder testing and enzymatic activity measurement.
• Cell Culture & Media Supplements: Employed in specialized cell culture media to support the growth of demanding cell lines in bioproduction.
• Nutritional Science: Investigated for its role in cellular energy metabolism and potential applications in specialized nutraceuticals.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Ribose-5-Phosphate Disodium Salt
CAS No.	207671-46-3
Molecular Formula	C5H9Na2O8P
Molecular Weight	274.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Ribose 5-phosphate disodium salt; D-Ribofuranose 5-phosphate disodium salt; 5-O-Phosphono-D-ribose disodium salt; D-Ribose-5-PO4 disodium; R5P disodium salt; Sodium D-ribose 5-phosphate; D-Ribose 5-(dihydrogen phosphate) disodium salt
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Quality Control

Our D-Ribose-5-Phosphate Disodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider desiccant use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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