Description

Maltohexaose is a well-defined oligosaccharide consisting of six glucose units linked by α-1,4 glycosidic bonds. This high-purity carbohydrate standard is critical for research and industrial processes requiring precise molecular weight calibration and enzymatic activity studies. It serves as an essential reference material and biochemical intermediate for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and food science industries.

Application

• Chromatography Standard: Used as a precise molecular weight marker in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC) for polysaccharide analysis.
• Enzyme Substrate & Research: Acts as a specific substrate for studying the kinetics and mechanism of amylases, glucoamylases, and other starch-degrading enzymes.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed in the synthesis of more complex glycoconjugates and as a building block in carbohydrate chemistry research.
• Food Science Research: Utilized to investigate starch digestion, glycemic response, and to develop functional food ingredients with specific nutritional properties.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient Development: Explored as a potential carrier or stabilizer in novel drug delivery systems due to its well-defined structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Maltohexaose
CAS No.	34620-77-4
Molecular Formula	C36H62O31
Molecular Weight	990.86 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Maltohexaose; D-Maltohexaose; Amylohexaose; Hexa-α-maltosyl glucose; α-D-Glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-D-glucose; Malto-oligosaccharide DP6; G6
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Quality Control

Our Maltohexaose is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to ensure structural identity and high purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, moisture content, and specific optical rotation are provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and reliability for your critical applications.

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 prevent caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 5.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	+180° to +200° (c=1 in H2O)
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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