Description

β-D-Glucan, (1->3),(1->6)- is a high-purity, biologically active polysaccharide characterized by its specific glycosidic linkages. This compound matters for its potent immunomodulatory and health-promoting properties, making it a critical functional ingredient. It is needed by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries seeking to enhance product efficacy with natural, science-backed components.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: As a key bioactive ingredient in immune support formulas, capsules, and functional food powders.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of immunotherapies, vaccine adjuvants, and wound healing applications.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare serums and creams for its moisturizing and skin barrier-strengthening benefits.
• Functional Food & Beverages: Added to drinks, yogurts, and baked goods to provide soluble fiber and health claims.
• Animal Nutrition & Feed: Utilized as a feed additive to promote gut health and improve immune response in livestock and aquaculture.
• Biomedical Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in immunological assays and studies of innate immunity.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-D-Glucan, (1->3),(1->6)-
CAS No.	53238-80-5
Molecular Formula	(C6H10O5)n
Molecular Weight	Polymer (Variable)
Synonyms	β-(1,3)-D-Glucan; (1→3)-β-D-Glucan; β-Glucan; β-1,3/1,6-Glucan; Yeast β-Glucan; Lentinan (from Lentinus edodes); Grifolan (from Grifola frondosa); Scleroglucan; Zymosan
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our β-D-Glucan is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant standards for nutraceutical and research-grade materials. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identification, and microbiological limits is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a low-humidity environment to prevent caking and maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (β-Glucan Content)	≥ 85.0% (by enzymatic method)
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0%
Protein (N x 6.25)	≤ 1.0%
Ash	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Aerobic Microbial Count	≤ 1000 CFU/g
Yeast & Molds	≤ 100 CFU/g
E. coli	Absent in 1g
Salmonella spp.	Absent in 10g

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