Description

6-Cyclohexylhexyl-β-D-Maltoside is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant belonging to the maltoside family, specifically designed for demanding biochemical and biophysical research applications. Its unique structure, featuring a long hydrophobic cyclohexylhexyl chain, provides superior membrane protein solubilization and stabilization properties compared to shorter-chain detergents. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in structural biology, pharmaceutical development, and diagnostic reagent formulation who require reliable, high-quality detergents to maintain the native conformation of sensitive membrane proteins.

Application

• Membrane Protein Solubilization & Stabilization: Primary application for extracting and stabilizing integral membrane proteins for structural studies (e.g., X-ray crystallography, cryo-EM).
• Biophysical Research: Used in the study of lipid-protein interactions, membrane mimetics, and the reconstitution of functional protein complexes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed as a critical excipient in the formulation and delivery of protein-based therapeutics and vaccines.
• Diagnostic Assays: Serves as a stabilizing agent in diagnostic kits and reagents that utilize membrane-bound enzymes or receptors.
• Chromatography: Can be used in affinity and size-exclusion chromatography purifications of membrane-associated biomolecules.
• Virosome & Liposome Preparation: Useful in the production and characterization of model membrane systems for drug delivery research.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Cyclohexylhexyl-β-D-Maltoside
CAS No.	228579-27-9
Molecular Formula	C24H44O11
Molecular Weight	508.60 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Cyclohexylhexyl β-D-maltopyranoside; CHM; Cyclohexylhexyl maltoside; n-Cyclohexylhexyl-β-D-maltoside; 1-O-(6-Cyclohexylhexyl)-β-D-maltopyranoside; Cymal-6; 6-CHM; Maltose 1-O-(6-cyclohexylhexyl) ether, β-D-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Cyclohexylhexyl-β-D-Maltoside is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for life science research. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and critical physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC)	Contact for details
Optical Rotation	Contact for details

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