Description

o-β-D-Fructofuranosyl-(2->6)-β-D-Fructofuranosyl-α-D-Glucopyranoside is a specific trisaccharide compound of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and development. This molecule matters as a high-purity reference standard for analytical method development and quality control in the food science and pharmaceutical industries. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers working on carbohydrate chemistry, prebiotic studies, and the formulation of specialized nutritional products.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Serves as a high-purity reference material for the identification and quantification of complex carbohydrates in analytical laboratories.
• Prebiotic & Nutritional Studies: Used in research to investigate the metabolic pathways, fermentation properties, and potential health benefits of specific oligosaccharides.
• Food Science & Analysis: Employed as a calibration standard in HPLC and other chromatographic methods for analyzing sugar profiles in food products and natural extracts.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex glycoconjugates for drug discovery programs.
• Enzymology Substrate: Utilized as a specific substrate to study the activity, kinetics, and inhibition of glycosidase and glycosyltransferase enzymes.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Can be incorporated into the production of diagnostic kits and assays that target carbohydrate-based biomarkers.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-β-D-Fructofuranosyl-(2->6)-β-D-Fructofuranosyl-α-D-Glucopyranoside
CAS No.	562-68-5
Molecular Formula	C18H32O16
Molecular Weight	504.44 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Kestose; O-β-D-Fructofuranosyl-(2→6)-β-D-fructofuranosyl α-D-glucopyranoside; 1F-Fructosylsucrose; 1F-Kestose; (6G)-Kestose; α-D-Glucopyranoside, O-β-D-fructofuranosyl-(2→6)-β-D-fructofuranosyl; Trisaccharide D
EINECS	209-226-1

Quality Control

Our o-β-D-Fructofuranosyl-(2->6)-β-D-Fructofuranosyl-α-D-Glucopyranoside is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request.

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) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. Avoid prolonged exposure to high humidity.

Specification

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

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