Description

D-Glucose-6-Phosphate Barium Salt is a key biochemical reagent, specifically the barium salt of glucose-6-phosphate, a central metabolite in cellular energy pathways. This compound is essential for research and industrial processes requiring a stable, water-soluble source of the glucose-6-phosphate anion. It is primarily utilized by biochemists, pharmaceutical researchers, and diagnostic manufacturers for enzymatic studies, diagnostic reagent formulation, and as a substrate in metabolic pathway analysis.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical substrate for studying enzymes like glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) in the pentose phosphate pathway.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Used in the formulation of in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) kits for clinical assays, including G6PD deficiency tests.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a reference standard and intermediate in metabolic research and drug discovery programs.
• Enzyme Activity Assays: Essential component in spectrophotometric and fluorometric assays to measure enzymatic activity and kinetics.
• Cell Culture & Metabolism Studies: Used in media supplements or as a metabolic tracer to investigate glucose utilization and energy metabolism in cell lines.
• Food & Beverage Analysis: Employed in enzymatic methods for the quantitative determination of glucose and related carbohydrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Glucose-6-Phosphate Barium Salt
CAS No.	58823-95-3
Molecular Formula	C6H11BaO9P
Molecular Weight	411.50 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	D-Glucose 6-Phosphate Barium Salt; Barium D-Glucose-6-Phosphate; Glucose-6-Phosphate Barium Salt; G6P Barium Salt; Robison ester barium salt; Barium glucose-6-P; D-Glucopyranose, 6-(dihydrogen phosphate), barium salt (1:1); Barium (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexyl phosphate
EINECS	261-456-8

Quality Control

Our D-Glucose-6-Phosphate Barium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and consistency suitable for research and diagnostic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, optical rotation, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant industry standards for reagent-grade chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent absorption of moisture from the air, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	+20.0° to +24.0° (c=1 in H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Barium Content	32.0 - 34.0%
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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