Description

Methyl β-Xylobioside is a chemically defined disaccharide derivative, specifically the methyl glycoside of β-xylobiose. This compound serves as a valuable reference standard and biochemical research tool for studying xylose metabolism and glycosidase enzyme activity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and biotechnology companies engaged in carbohydrate chemistry, enzymology, and the development of novel diagnostic or therapeutic agents.

Application

• Enzyme Substrate & Inhibitor Research: Used as a specific substrate or inhibitor in assays to study the activity and kinetics of β-xylosidases, endoxylanases, and other glycosyl hydrolases.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, MS) to identify and quantify xylooligosaccharides.
• Metabolic Pathway Studies: Employed in biochemical research to investigate xylose and hemicellulose degradation pathways in microorganisms, plants, and animals.
• Glycobiology & Glycomics: Acts as a crucial building block or model compound for synthesizing more complex glycoconjugates and understanding glycan-protein interactions.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Potential use in the research and development of glycosidase-targeted drugs, probiotics, or nutraceuticals focused on gut health and fiber digestion.
• Industrial Enzyme Characterization: Applied in the biofuel, pulp & paper, and food industries to characterize and optimize enzyme cocktails used for biomass conversion.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl β-Xylobioside
CAS No.	69973-32-6
Molecular Formula	C11H20O9
Molecular Weight	296.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl β-D-xylobioside; Methyl β-xylobioside; 4-O-β-D-Xylopyranosyl-β-D-xylopyranoside methyl; β-Methyl xylobioside; 1-Methoxy-4-O-β-D-xylopyranosyl-β-D-xylopyranose; O-Methyl-β-xylobiose; Methyl-β-D-xylobiose; β-Xylobiose methyl glycoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl β-Xylobioside is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure identity, potency, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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