Description

Glucose Tetrasaccharide CAS NO 35175-16-7 is a specific oligosaccharide composed of four glucose units linked together. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and reference standard in carbohydrate chemistry and life science research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic industries for analytical and developmental purposes.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly for glycosidase and glycosyltransferase assays.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as an intermediate or starting material for the synthesis of more complex glycoconjugates and carbohydrate-based drugs.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the formulation of calibration standards and controls for diagnostic kits targeting carbohydrate metabolism.
• Food Science Research: Acts as a model compound for studying starch digestion, non-digestible oligosaccharides, and prebiotic effects.
• Glycobiology Studies: Essential for investigating carbohydrate-protein interactions, cell signaling, and structural analysis of complex carbohydrates.
• Industrial Enzymology: Used as a substrate to test and characterize the activity of industrial enzymes like amylases and glucosidases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glucose Tetrasaccharide
CAS No.	35175-16-7
Molecular Formula	C24H42O21
Molecular Weight	666.58 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Glucose Tetrasaccharide; Maltotetraose; α-D-Glc-(1→4)-α-D-Glc-(1→4)-α-D-Glc-(1→4)-D-Glc; O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-D-glucose; Amylotetraose; 4-α-D-Glucosylmaltotriose; Maltooligosaccharide (n=4)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Glucose Tetrasaccharide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

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 clumping or decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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