Description

Xylitol 5-Phosphate CAS NO 64913-51-5 is a phosphorylated derivative of the sugar alcohol xylitol, serving as a key biochemical intermediate. This compound is essential for research and development in metabolic pathways and enzymatic studies. It is primarily utilized by biochemists, pharmaceutical researchers, and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for probing carbohydrate metabolism and developing diagnostic assays.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical substrate for studying enzymes like xylitol-5-phosphate dehydrogenases and other carbohydrate metabolism pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used as a reference standard or intermediate in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and prodrugs.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the formulation of enzyme-based diagnostic kits for metabolic disorder testing.
• Nutraceutical & Cosmetic Research: Investigated for its potential role in advanced skin care formulations and cellular energy metabolism studies.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Serves as a model compound in metabolic engineering for optimizing microbial production of high-value chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Xylitol 5-Phosphate
CAS No.	64913-51-5
Molecular Formula	C5H13O8P
Molecular Weight	232.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Xylitol-5-phosphate; D-Xylitol 5-(Dihydrogen Phosphate); 1,2,3,4,5-Pentanepentol, 5-(dihydrogen phosphate), (2R,3R,4S)-; Xylitol phosphate; 5-O-Phosphonoxylitol; X5P; Xylitol-5-P; (2R,3R,4S)-5-(Dihydroxyphosphoryloxy)pentane-1,2,3,4-tetrol
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Quality Control

Our Xylitol 5-Phosphate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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 under dry conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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