Description

4-o-β-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-Glucitol is a disaccharide derivative of glucitol (sorbitol) and glucose, widely recognized for its utility as a specialty sugar alcohol. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient in high-value applications, offering unique chemical and physical properties. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, food science, and advanced biochemical research need it for its utility in synthesis, formulation, and as a reference standard.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient & Intermediate: Used in the formulation of tablets and syrups as a stabilizer, bulking agent, or sweetener.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies, particularly those involving glycosidases or carbohydrate metabolism.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Potential application as a low-calorie sweetener or texturizing agent in specialty dietary products.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Functions as a humectant and moisturizing agent in skin care and oral care formulations.
• Chiral Synthesis: Acts as a starting material or building block for the synthesis of more complex chiral molecules and glycosides.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the preparation of reagents for clinical diagnostics and analytical kits.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-o-β-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-Glucitol
CAS No.	535-94-4
Molecular Formula	C12H24O11
Molecular Weight	344.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-O-β-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-glucitol; Sophoritol; D-Glucitol, 4-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-; 4-O-(β-D-Glucopyranosyl)-D-sorbitol; β-Gentiobiosyl-sorbitol; Sophorose reduced; 4-O-β-D-Glucosyl-D-sorbitol; (2S,3R,4R,5R)-2-[(2R,3S,4R,5R,6R)-4,5-Dihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyoxan-3-yl]oxyhexane-1,3,4,5,6-pentol
EINECS	208-620-2

Quality Control

Our 4-o-β-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-Glucitol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, optical rotation, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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