Description

Chitotriose 3Hcl is a defined oligosaccharide derivative of chitosan, specifically a trimer of glucosamine units. This compound serves as a crucial biochemical tool and a high-purity reference standard for research and development. It is primarily utilized by scientists and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors. Its defined structure makes it invaluable for studying chitinase enzymes, carbohydrate-protein interactions, and as a precursor for advanced biomaterials.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays for chitinases, lysozymes, and other glycosyl hydrolases.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a reference standard for quality control and as a building block for novel drug delivery systems and immunomodulators.
• Nutraceuticals & Cosmeceuticals: Investigated for its potential bioactive properties in functional food and advanced skincare formulations.
• Agricultural Science: Studied for its role as an elicitor in plant defense mechanisms and in the development of biopesticides.
• Material Science: Serves as a precise oligomeric unit for synthesizing and characterizing chitosan-based polymers with specific chain lengths.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the development of assays and kits for detecting specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or enzymes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chitotriose 3Hcl
CAS No.	41708-93-4
Molecular Formula	C18H39Cl3N3O13
Molecular Weight	630.86 g/mol
Synonyms	Chitotriose trihydrochloride; N,N',N''-Triacetylchitotriose trihydrochloride; 1,4-D-N,N',N''-Triacetyl-β-D-chitotrioside trihydrochloride; Tri-N-acetylchitotriose hydrochloride; Chitin oligosaccharide trimer HCl; GlcNAc3 hydrochloride; (GlcNAc)3·3HCl; Oligochitosan trimer hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Chitotriose 3Hcl is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for research and development applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. While we offer various grades, our standard material is characterized by techniques including HPLC, NMR, and MS to meet the exacting requirements of the scientific community.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

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

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