Description

(3R,4R,5R)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)Oxolane-2,3,4-Triol is the precise stereochemical descriptor for the naturally occurring monosaccharide D-Glucose. This compound is a fundamental building block in biochemistry and a critical raw material for numerous industrial processes. It serves as an essential energy source in biological systems and a versatile starting material for chemical synthesis. Key industries that rely on this product include pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, biotechnology, and chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient & Formulation: Widely used as a diluent, binder, and sweetener in tablet and capsule formulations, and as a key component in intravenous solutions and oral rehydration salts.
• Fermentation & Cell Culture Media: Serves as the primary carbon and energy source in microbial fermentation processes for producing antibiotics, enzymes, organic acids, and biofuels.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Employed as a sweetener, texture modifier, and fermentation substrate in baked goods, confectionery, beverages, and dairy products.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A crucial starting material for the production of sorbitol, gluconic acid, ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), and various bio-based polymers and chemicals.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Used in clinical diagnostic kits and strips for measuring blood glucose levels and other biochemical assays.
• Stabilizer & Cryoprotectant: Acts as a stabilizer in vaccines, biologics, and enzymes, and as a cryoprotectant in the preservation of cells and tissues.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3R,4R,5R)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)Oxolane-2,3,4-Triol
CAS No.	6915-40-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O6
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Glucose; Dextrose; Glucose; Blood Sugar; Corn Sugar; Grape Sugar; Dextropur; Glucolin; (3R,4R,5R)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,3,4-triol
EINECS	200-075-1

Quality Control

We supply various grades including Pharmaceutical (USP/EP), Food (FCC), and high-purity Analytical/Reagent grades. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Comprehensive testing includes assay, optical rotation, identification, and limits for specific impurities and residues. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, providing full traceability and batch-specific data.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry conditions to prevent caking and degradation. For long-term storage of certain high-purity grades, consideration should be given to storage under an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Specific Optical Rotation	+52.5° to +53.5°
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (anhydrous basis)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%
Microbiological Enumeration	Contact for details

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