Description

Anhydrofructose is a unique carbohydrate derivative and a key intermediate in the Maillard reaction pathway. This compound matters for its role in flavor and color development in food processing, as well as its potential as a chiral building block in pharmaceutical synthesis. Industries that need it include food science research, flavor and fragrance manufacturing, and specialty chemical producers developing advanced materials and bioactive compounds.

Application

• Food Science Research: Study of Maillard reaction mechanisms, flavor precursor formation, and non-enzymatic browning processes.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: As a key intermediate for synthesizing complex flavor compounds and aroma molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral synthon for the production of specialized carbohydrate-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Investigation of carbohydrate metabolism and the study of novel enzymatic pathways.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Building block for creating surfactants, polymers, and other advanced materials with specific functional properties.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in HPLC, GC, and LC-MS for quality control and method development in related industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Anhydrofructose
CAS No.	38982-46-6
Molecular Formula	C6H10O5
Molecular Weight	162.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1,5-Anhydro-D-fructose; 1,5-Anhydrofructose; 1,5-Anhydro-D-arabino-hex-2-ulose; D-1,5-Anhydrofructose; 1,5-AF; Anhydro-D-fructose; 1,5-Anhydro-β-D-fructopyranose
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Quality Control

Our Anhydrofructose is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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