Description

Concanavalin B is a specialized lectin protein derived from the jack bean (*Canavalia ensiformis*), known for its specific carbohydrate-binding properties. This biochemical tool is essential for research and industrial processes that require precise molecular recognition and binding to mannose and glucose residues. It is particularly valuable for professionals in biochemical research, diagnostic assay development, and biopharmaceutical purification.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a tool for studying cell surface glycoproteins, cell agglutination, and lymphocyte stimulation.
• Diagnostic Reagents: A key component in lectin-based assays and biosensors for detecting specific carbohydrates or glycoproteins.
• Chromatography Media: Immobilized for affinity chromatography to purify glycoproteins, enzymes, and other biomolecules.
• Cell Biology Studies: Employed in membrane research and for the separation of cell populations based on surface sugar moieties.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in the research and quality control stages of glycoprotein-based therapeutics.
• Immunology Research: Serves as a mitogen to stimulate T-lymphocytes in immunological studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Concanavalin B
CAS No.	51811-52-0
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Concanavalin B; Jack Bean Lectin B; Canavalia ensiformis Lectin B; Con B; Concanavalin B Isolectin; Mannose/Glucose-binding Lectin; Concanavalin B Tetramer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Concanavalin B is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure high purity, consistent biological activity, and reliable performance. Each batch is analyzed for critical parameters including protein content, carbohydrate-binding specificity, and mitogenic activity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and assay results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term stability, consider storing desiccated at -20°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 90%
Specific Hemagglutination Activity	Defined per batch
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	Major band corresponding to Concanavalin B subunit
Solubility	Soluble in water and buffers
pH (1% Solution)	6.0 - 7.5
Endotoxin (LAL)	< 10 EU/mg (for research grades)

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