Description

Glucose 1-(Dipotassium Phosphate) is a phosphorylated sugar derivative, specifically the dipotassium salt of glucose-1-phosphate. This compound serves as a crucial biochemical intermediate and a stable source of glucose-1-phosphate for enzymatic and metabolic studies. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, diagnostic manufacturers, and biotechnology companies involved in carbohydrate metabolism research, enzyme substrate preparation, and the development of diagnostic assays.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or intermediate in studies of carbohydrate metabolism, glycolysis, and glycogen synthesis pathways.
• Enzymology: Serves as a key substrate for enzymes such as phosphoglucomutase and UDP-glucose pyrophosphorylase in kinetic and mechanistic studies.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Incorporated into in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) kits for the measurement of specific enzyme activities in clinical and research laboratories.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block or precursor in the synthesis of more complex carbohydrate-based pharmaceutical compounds.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Can be used as a defined carbon and phosphorus source in specialized microbial or cell culture media formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glucose 1-(Dipotassium Phosphate)
CAS No.	6736-77-2
Molecular Formula	C6H11K2O9P
Molecular Weight	336.32 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Glucose 1-(Dipotassium Phosphate); D-Glucose-1-phosphate dipotassium salt; Glucose-1-phosphate, K2 salt; Cori Ester, dipotassium salt; 1-O-Phosphono-D-glucose dipotassium salt; α-D-Glucose 1-phosphate dipotassium salt; G-1-P dipotassium salt
EINECS	229-791-3

Quality Control

Our Glucose 1-(Dipotassium Phosphate) is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and diagnostic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, water content, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Specific Rotation	+74° to +80° (c=1 in water)

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