Description

6,6'-Dibehenoyl-Alpha,Alpha'-Trehalose is a synthetic, high-purity diester derivative of the natural disaccharide trehalose, where behenic acid (docosanoic acid) chains are esterified at the primary hydroxyl groups. This chemical modification imparts unique amphiphilic properties, making it a valuable functional ingredient for advanced material science and life science applications. It is particularly sought after by formulators and researchers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries who require biocompatible, non-ionic surfactants or lipid anchors with specific structural characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a non-ionic surfactant or emulsifying agent in lipid-based drug delivery systems, including liposomes, solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs), and self-emulsifying drug delivery systems (SEDDS) to enhance drug solubility and bioavailability.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Serves as a skin-conditioning agent, emulsifier, and stabilizer in high-end creams, lotions, and sunscreens, providing emolliency and improving product texture.
• Biomaterial Engineering: Acts as a functional linker or coating agent for surface modification of nanoparticles and medical devices to improve biocompatibility and reduce protein adsorption.
• Lipid Research: A critical synthetic standard or substrate in biochemical research for studying enzyme activity (e.g., lipases), membrane biophysics, and the assembly of artificial lipid bilayers.
• Food-Grade Additives (Potential): With appropriate purification, can be explored as an emulsifier or texturizer in specialized food products, leveraging the GRAS status of trehalose.
• Industrial Surfactants: Employed in specialty chemical applications requiring biodegradable, sugar-based surfactants with long alkyl chains for detergency or dispersion.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,6'-Dibehenoyl-Alpha,Alpha'-Trehalose
CAS No.	66758-35-8
Molecular Formula	C56H106O13
Molecular Weight	987.43 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α-Trehalose 6,6'-dibehenate; Trehalose 6,6'-didocosanoate; 6,6'-Di-O-docosanoyl-α,α-trehalose; Dibehenoyl trehalose; Trehalose dibehenate; Docosanoic acid, 1,1'-[oxybis(methylene)]bis[1,6-anhydro-α-D-glucopyranose-6,1-diyl] ester; (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-[(2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-6-[(1-oxodocosyl)oxy]-3,4,5-trihydroxyoxan-2-yl]methoxy-6-(docosanoyloxy)oxane-3,4,5-triol
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Quality Control

Our 6,6'-Dibehenoyl-Alpha,Alpha'-Trehalose is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Production can be aligned with cGMP guidelines for pharmaceutical applications 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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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