Description

3-o-β-D-Mannopyranosyl D-Mannose is a specific disaccharide composed of two mannose units, a key structural motif in various biological molecules. This compound is valued for its role as a precise biochemical tool and a potential building block for complex carbohydrate synthesis. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science research sectors for applications ranging from glycobiology studies to the development of novel therapeutics and diagnostics.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Serves as a standard, substrate, or intermediate for studying mannose-containing oligosaccharides, glycoproteins, and glycolipids.
• Enzymatic Substrate: Used as a specific substrate for the study and characterization of glycosidases and glycosyltransferases.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of more complex carbohydrate-based drugs or diagnostic agents.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed in the preparation of specialized cell culture media or buffers for studying cell-surface interactions.
• Standards Development: Functions as a high-purity analytical standard for HPLC, LC-MS, or NMR in carbohydrate analysis.
• Nutritional Research: Investigated for its potential prebiotic properties or metabolic effects in nutritional science studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-o-β-D-Mannopyranosyl D-Mannose
CAS No.	50692-75-6
Molecular Formula	C12H22O11
Molecular Weight	342.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3-O-β-D-Mannopyranosyl-D-mannose; β-D-Manp-(1→3)-D-Man; D-Mannose, 3-O-β-D-mannopyranosyl-; 3-O-(β-D-Mannopyranosyl)-D-mannose; Mannobiose; 3-β-Mannobiose; (3-β-D-Mannosyl)-D-mannose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-o-β-D-Mannopyranosyl D-Mannose is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, specific optical rotation measurement, and identity confirmation by IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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