Description

Dl-Glyceraldehyde 3-Phosphate CAS NO 591-59-3 is a critical phosphorylated sugar intermediate, also known as G3P, that plays a fundamental role in central metabolic pathways. Its primary value lies in its function as a key substrate and product in glycolysis and gluconeogenesis, making it indispensable for biochemical research and enzymatic studies. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of biochemistry, metabolic pathway analysis, diagnostic reagent formulation, and enzyme kinetics.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Assay Development: Serves as a critical substrate for studying enzymes like glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate dehydrogenase (GAPDH) and aldolase in glycolysis and the Calvin cycle.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of test kits for clinical diagnostics to measure enzyme activities and metabolic functions.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A key intermediate for in vitro studies of carbohydrate metabolism, energy production, and photosynthetic processes.
• Enzyme Kinetics & Inhibition Studies: Employed to determine kinetic parameters (Km, Vmax) and to screen for potential inhibitors of glycolytic enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a starting material or reference standard in the synthesis and quality control of more complex bioactive molecules.
• Educational & Laboratory Reagents: Used in university and industrial teaching labs to demonstrate fundamental biochemical principles and reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Glyceraldehyde 3-Phosphate
CAS No.	591-59-3
Molecular Formula	C3H7O6P
Molecular Weight	170.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Glyceraldehyde 3-Phosphate; G3P; 3-Phosphoglyceraldehyde; D-Glyceraldehyde 3-Phosphate (race mixture); Glyceraldehyde-3P; DL-G3P; 3-Phospho-D-glyceraldehyde; Triose phosphate; Glycerose 3-phosphate
EINECS	209-716-3

Quality Control

Our Dl-Glyceraldehyde 3-Phosphate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. This compound is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; aliquoting is recommended to minimize freeze-thaw cycles and exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Purity (NMR)	Conforms
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water

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