Description

D-Glucose-6-Phosphate Dipotassium Salt Hydrate is a crucial biochemical reagent and metabolic intermediate, essential for research and industrial enzymatic processes. Its primary value lies in its role as a substrate for enzymes like glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase, making it indispensable for diagnostic assays and metabolic pathway studies. This high-purity compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the in-vitro diagnostics (IVD), pharmaceutical research, and food/beverage analysis sectors.

Application

• In-Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) Reagents: Key substrate in clinical chemistry kits for measuring glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) activity, crucial for diagnosing enzyme deficiencies.
• Biochemical Research: Essential substrate for studying glycolysis, the pentose phosphate pathway, and other central metabolic processes in cell biology and enzymology.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in enzyme inhibition studies and as a component in cell culture media for bioproduction processes.
• Food & Beverage Analysis: Employed in enzymatic methods for the specific quantification of sugars and related compounds in quality control laboratories.
• Enzyme Manufacturing & Standardization: Serves as a standard substrate for the production, purification, and activity calibration of dehydrogenases and isomerases.
• Cosmetic Science: Investigated for its role in cellular energy metabolism within skincare product development.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Glucose-6-Phosphate Dipotassium Salt Hydrate
CAS No.	5996-17-8
Molecular Formula	C6H11KO9P·xH2O (Anhydrous basis: C6H11KO9P)
Molecular Weight	336.23 g/mol (Anhydrous)
Synonyms	D-Glucose 6-Phosphate Dipotassium Salt; G6P-K2; Glucose-6-Phosphate K2 Salt; Robison Ester Dipotassium Salt; D-Glucose-6-Phosphate Dipotassium; D-Glucose 6-(Dihydrogen Phosphate) Dipotassium Salt; 6-O-Phosphono-D-glucose Dipotassium Salt
EINECS	227-842-3

Quality Control

Our D-Glucose-6-Phosphate Dipotassium Salt Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality systems suitable for diagnostic and research use. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure consistency and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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); ensure the container is sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect stability and assay.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (on anhydrous basis)
pH (5% Solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	[α]20/D: +20° to +24° (c=1 in H2O)
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Solubility	Freely soluble in water

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