Description

Polyfructosan is a high-purity, water-soluble polysaccharide composed primarily of fructose units. This compound is valued for its functional properties as a prebiotic dietary fiber and a versatile biomaterial in advanced research and development. It serves as a critical component for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and food science industries seeking natural, bioactive ingredients.

Application

• Prebiotic & Nutraceutical Formulations: Used as a functional fiber to promote gut health and support beneficial microflora in dietary supplements and functional foods.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as an excipient or a model compound in drug delivery system studies and metabolic research.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Employed as a natural texturizer, stabilizer, or low-calorie bulking agent in specialized food products.
• Microbiological Media: Serves as a selective carbon source in culture media for the growth and study of specific microorganisms.
• Biochemical Standard: Utilized as a calibration standard in analytical chromatography (HPLC, GPC) for molecular weight determination of fructans.
• Cosmetic Applications: Incorporated into skincare formulations for its humectant and skin-conditioning properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polyfructosan
CAS No.	39421-73-3
Molecular Formula	(C6H10O5)n
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymer)
Synonyms	Inulin (from chicory/dahlia); Polyfructose; Fructosan; Beta(2-1)Fructofuranan; Dahlia Inulin; Chicory Inulin; Fructo-oligosaccharide (FOS) polymer; Poly-D-fructofuranose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Polyfructosan is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We adhere to relevant standards for food and research-grade materials. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing parameters such as assay, degree of polymerization, and microbiological limits, is provided with each shipment to guarantee product integrity and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (as Polyfructosan)
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0 %
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Microbiological Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 cfu/g

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