Description

6-Phosphogluconic Acid Trisodium Salt is a key biochemical reagent and intermediate in the pentose phosphate pathway. This compound is essential for research and industrial processes involving carbohydrate metabolism and enzymatic studies. It is primarily utilized by biotech, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic reagent manufacturers for enzyme assays, metabolic pathway analysis, and as a substrate for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase.

Application

• Enzymatic Assay Substrate: Critical substrate for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PDH) in diagnostic kits and research assays.
• Metabolic Pathway Research: Used to study the oxidative phase of the pentose phosphate pathway in cell biology and biochemistry.
• Biochemical Reagent: Serves as a high-purity standard and reagent in life science research and quality control laboratories.
• Diagnostic Manufacturing: A key raw material in the production of clinical diagnostic tests for enzyme deficiencies and metabolic disorders.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of more complex biochemical compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Food & Beverage Analysis: Employed in enzymatic methods for the determination of specific sugars and metabolic activity in food science.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Phosphogluconic Acid Trisodium Salt
CAS No.	53411-70-4
Molecular Formula	C6H10Na3O10P
Molecular Weight	406.06 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Phospho-D-gluconic Acid Trisodium Salt; D-Gluconic Acid, 6-(Dihydrogen Phosphate), Trisodium Salt; 6-PG Trisodium Salt; 6-Phosphogluconate Trisodium Salt; Trisodium 6-Phosphogluconate; 6-Phospho-D-gluconate Trisodium Salt; 6-PGA Na3; Pentose Phosphate Pathway Intermediate
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Quality Control

Our 6-Phosphogluconic Acid Trisodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and diagnostic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility (in water)	Clear, colorless solution

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