Description

B-D-Glucopyranose is a specific anomeric form of glucose, a fundamental monosaccharide in biochemistry. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development in carbohydrate chemistry and as a critical reference standard. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for analytical purposes, synthesis of complex carbohydrates, and as a biochemical reagent. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliability for your most demanding applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of analytical instruments and quality control testing of drug substances and excipients.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and glycobiology research.
• Carbohydrate Synthesis: Acts as a fundamental building block for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and other complex sugars.
• Food & Beverage Analysis: Employed as an analytical standard in HPLC and other methods to quantify sugars and assess product composition.
• Cosmetic Science: Used in R&D for skin care formulations, studying humectant properties and skin carbohydrate metabolism.
• Diagnostic Reagents: A component in the formulation of clinical diagnostic kits and assays for measuring glucose and related metabolites.

Basic Information

Product Name	B-D-Glucopyranose
CAS No.	60976-49-0
Molecular Formula	C6H12O6
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	β-D-Glucopyranose; β-D-Glucose; β-D-Glucose; D-Glucose, β-anomer; β-D-Glucose, anhydrous; β-D-Glucopyranose; (2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-(Hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol; β-D-Glucopyranoside
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Quality Control

Our B-D-Glucopyranose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

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) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (anhydrous basis)
Specific Optical Rotation	+18.5° to +20.5° (c=1 in H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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