Description

Xylotriose is a well-defined oligosaccharide composed of three xylose units, serving as a key intermediate and reference standard in carbohydrate research. This compound is crucial for studying the structure, function, and enzymatic degradation of xylan, a major hemicellulose component in plant biomass. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of biotechnology, biofuel production, and functional food ingredient development who require high-purity substrates for analytical and enzymatic studies.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a precise substrate for characterizing the activity and specificity of xylanases, β-xylosidases, and other hemicellulolytic enzymes.
• Biofuel & Biorefinery: Serves as a model compound to optimize pretreatment and enzymatic hydrolysis processes for the conversion of lignocellulosic biomass into fermentable sugars.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity reference standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods for the quantification and identification of xylo-oligosaccharides (XOS).
• Prebiotic Studies: Investigated for its potential as a prebiotic ingredient to selectively promote the growth of beneficial gut microbiota in nutritional and pharmaceutical research.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Acts as a building block or intermediate in the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of more complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Quality Control: Utilized by producers of xylo-oligosaccharide mixtures to calibrate analytical equipment and verify product composition and purity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Xylotriose
CAS No.	47592-59-6
Molecular Formula	C15H26O13
Molecular Weight	414.36 g/mol
Synonyms	(1→4)-β-D-Xylotriose; β-D-Xylopyranosyl-(1→4)-β-D-xylopyranosyl-(1→4)-D-xylopyranose; Xylo-triose; Xylooligosaccharide DP3; XOS DP3; Xylotriose (X3); O-β-D-Xylopyranosyl-(1→4)-O-β-D-xylopyranosyl-(1→4)-D-xylopyranose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Xylotriose is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines
Microbial Limits	Contact for details

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