Description

Xyloside CAS NO 50855-32-8 is a specialized glycoside compound, primarily recognized for its role as a biochemical tool in glycoscience research. Its value lies in its ability to act as an acceptor substrate for various glycosyltransferases, enabling the study and manipulation of glycosylation pathways. This makes it an essential reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutraceutical industries focused on carbohydrate-based drug discovery and glycobiology.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key substrate in enzymatic assays to study xylosyltransferase and other glycosyltransferase activities.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Serves as a building block or acceptor molecule in the chemoenzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in research for developing glycosylation inhibitors or modulators targeting various diseases.
• Enzyme Characterization: Utilized to determine enzyme kinetics, specificity, and inhibition profiles of carbohydrate-active enzymes.
• Diagnostic Reagent Production: Can be incorporated into substrates for diagnostic kits that measure specific glycosyltransferase levels.
• Nutraceutical Research: Investigated for its potential role in modulating gut microbiota or as a precursor for bioactive compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Xyloside
CAS No.	50855-32-8
Molecular Formula	C11H20O9
Molecular Weight	296.27 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Nitrophenyl β-D-xylopyranoside; 4-Nitrophenyl β-D-xylopyranoside; β-D-Xylopyranoside, 4-nitrophenyl; PNP-Xyl; 4-Nitrophenyl xyloside; pNP-β-D-Xyl; Nitrophenyl xyloside; Xyloside acceptor
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Quality Control

Our Xyloside is produced under stringent quality management systems. 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. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.