Description

Xylohexaose is a well-defined oligosaccharide composed of six xylose units, offering a high-purity standard for research and industrial applications. This compound serves as a critical biochemical tool and a valuable intermediate in the study of carbohydrate metabolism and enzymatic processes. It is primarily utilized by researchers in biochemistry, enzymology, and the development of functional food ingredients and prebiotics.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a specific substrate for studying the activity, kinetics, and inhibition of xylanases, xylosidases, and other hemicellulose-degrading enzymes.
• Enzyme Standardization: Serves as a reference standard for calibrating analytical methods (HPLC, HPAEC-PAD) used in enzyme assay development and quality control.
• Prebiotic Studies: Investigated as a potential prebiotic compound to selectively promote the growth of beneficial gut microbiota in nutritional and pharmaceutical research.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Acts as a key intermediate or building block in the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of more complex carbohydrates, glycoconjugates, or novel biomaterials.
• Food Science: Explored for developing functional food products aimed at improving digestive health and dietary fiber content.
• Diagnostic Development: Potential use in the formulation of diagnostic kits and assays for detecting specific enzyme activities related to metabolic disorders.

Basic Information

Product Name	Xylohexaose
CAS No.	49694-21-5
Molecular Formula	C30H50O25
Molecular Weight	810.71 g/mol
Synonyms	(1→4)-β-D-Xylohexaose; β-1,4-Xylohexaose; Xylohexaose; Xylo-oligosaccharide (XOS) DP6; Hexa-O-β-D-xylopyranosyl-(1→4)-D-xylopyranose; Xylooligosaccharide (DP6); Xylohexaoside; Oligoxylan (DP6)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Xylohexaose is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identification, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

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). For long-term storage, consider desiccation. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of moisture from the atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines
Microbial Limits	< 1000 CFU/g (Total Aerobic Count)

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