Description

Steviolbioside is a key intermediate compound in the biosynthetic pathway of steviol glycosides, the natural sweeteners derived from the *Stevia rebaudiana* plant. This high-purity intermediate is critical for research and production processes aiming to understand or optimize the yield of final sweetener products like stevioside and rebaudioside A. It is primarily sought by food ingredient manufacturers, biotechnology firms, and academic research institutions focused on natural sweetener development and metabolic pathway analysis.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard and intermediate in studying the biosynthesis of steviol glycosides.
• Natural Sweetener Production: Serves as a precursor in the enzymatic or microbial conversion processes to produce high-intensity sweeteners like rebaudioside A.
• Phytochemical Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for the identification and quantification of stevia components via HPLC or LC-MS.
• Enzymology Studies: Acts as a substrate for researching glycosyltransferase enzymes involved in steviol glycoside modification.
• Process Development: Utilized in scaling up and optimizing fermentation or extraction processes for stevia-derived products.
• Quality Control: Functions as a critical reference material to ensure the purity and authenticity of stevia leaf extracts and final sweetener products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Steviolbioside
CAS No.	41093-60-1
Molecular Formula	C32H50O13
Molecular Weight	642.7 g/mol
Synonyms	13-[(2-O-β-D-Glucopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranosyl)oxy]kaur-16-en-18-oic acid, β-D-Glucopyranosyl ester; 13-[(2-O-β-D-Glucopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranosyl)oxy]ent-kaur-16-en-19-oic acid; Steviol-13-O-β-sophoroside; Steviol bioside
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Quality Control

Our Steviolbioside is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and process applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, related substances, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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