Description

Allolactose is a key disaccharide sugar and a natural inducer of the lac operon in molecular biology research. This compound is essential for studying gene regulation mechanisms, particularly in E. coli and related bacterial systems. It serves as a critical biochemical tool for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and biotechnology sectors.

Application

• Molecular Biology Research: As the natural inducer of the lac operon, it is indispensable for studies on gene expression, regulation, and recombinant protein production.
• Biochemical Reagent: Used in enzymatic assays and as a substrate for studying β-galactosidase activity and specificity.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in research for developing novel gene therapies and understanding metabolic pathway regulation.
• Microbiology Studies: Applied in microbial genetics to investigate bacterial adaptation and metabolic control networks.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: Serves as a component in diagnostic kits that utilize β-galactosidase as a reporter enzyme.
• Enzyme Characterization: Used to probe the kinetics and mechanism of glycoside hydrolases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Allolactose
CAS No.	645-03-4
Molecular Formula	C12H22O11
Molecular Weight	342.30 g/mol
Synonyms	6-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucose; β-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→6)-D-glucose; 6-Galactosylglucose; Allolactose; Lac operon inducer; Inducer of β-galactosidase
EINECS	211-439-8

Quality Control

Our Allolactose is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for biochemical reagents to guarantee reliable performance in your critical experiments.

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); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	+28° to +32° (c=1 in H2O)
Melting Point	190°C - 200°C (decomposes)

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