Description

2-o-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-Glucose is a specific disaccharide sugar molecule of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and specialty applications. This compound matters for its role as a precise structural unit and intermediate in the synthesis of complex carbohydrates and glycoconjugates. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical development for novel drug delivery systems, biotechnology for enzymatic studies, and food science for researching novel sweeteners or prebiotic fibers.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly for glycosyltransferases and hydrolases.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides with potential therapeutic applications.
• Food Science & Nutrition: Investigated for its properties as a potential low-calorie sweetener or prebiotic dietary fiber component.
• Glycobiology Studies: Essential for research into carbohydrate-protein interactions, cell signaling, and immunology.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Can be utilized in the formulation of assays and kits for detecting specific carbohydrate-related biomarkers.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Research: Explored for moisturizing or skin-barrier enhancing properties in advanced cosmetic formulations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-o-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-Glucose
CAS No.	37169-66-7
Molecular Formula	C12H22O11
Molecular Weight	342.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Alpha,α-Trehalose; α,α-Trehalose; Mycose; α-D-Glucopyranosyl α-D-glucopyranoside; Natural Trehalose; D-(+)-Trehalose; Trehalose (alpha,alpha); 1-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-glucopyranose
EINECS	253-376-1

Quality Control

Our 2-o-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-Glucose is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high purity and consistency, with specifications meeting the requirements for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Recommended long-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	[α]20/D: +178° to +182° (c=1 in H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.5%
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.