Description

Apiose CAS NO 6477-44-7 is a unique branched-chain pentose sugar, a key structural component found in plant cell wall polysaccharides like rhamnogalacturonan II. Its distinct branched structure makes it a valuable biochemical building block and research tool for studying plant physiology and carbohydrate chemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of plant biochemistry, glycobiology, and the development of functional food ingredients or diagnostic reagents.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a standard and substrate for studying the biosynthesis and function of plant cell wall polysaccharides, particularly pectin.
• Glycobiology Studies: Used in the investigation of carbohydrate-active enzymes (glycosyltransferases, glycosidases) that recognize and process branched-chain sugars.
• Phytochemistry & Plant Science: A critical marker for research into plant development, stress responses, and cell wall architecture.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of apiose in complex plant extracts or hydrolyzates via HPLC, GC-MS, or NMR.
• Nutritional & Functional Food Research: Investigated for its role as a component of dietary fiber and its potential prebiotic properties.
• Enzyme Substrate & Inhibitor Development: Used in the screening and characterization of novel enzymes for industrial biocatalysis or drug discovery targeting carbohydrate metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	Apiose
CAS No.	6477-44-7
Molecular Formula	C5H10O5
Molecular Weight	150.13 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Apiose; (2R,3S,4R)-2,3,4-Trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)butanal; 3-C-(Hydroxymethyl)-D-glycerotetrose; D-Apiose, free sugar; D-Apiopyranose
EINECS	229-353-9

Quality Control

We supply Apiose in high-purity grades suitable for research and analytical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific impurity profiles are available upon request. We can provide material characterized by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation to meet your precise research needs.

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). For long-term storage, consider desiccation or storage under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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