Description

D-Xylopyranose (9Ci) is a fundamental monosaccharide sugar, specifically the pyranose form of D-xylose, which serves as a critical building block in carbohydrate chemistry and biochemistry. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development in life sciences, enabling the study of glycosylation processes and the synthesis of complex biomolecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers, biochemical manufacturers, and academic institutions for applications ranging from cell culture media formulation to the production of specialty chemicals and diagnostic reagents.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Development: A key substrate and intermediate for studying enzyme kinetics, metabolic pathways, and carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a chiral starting material or precursor in the synthesis of nucleoside analogues, glycoconjugate vaccines, and other therapeutic agents.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Employed as a carbon source in defined microbial fermentation media and specialized cell culture applications.
• Diagnostic Reagent Production: Acts as a standard or raw material in the formulation of clinical diagnostic kits and assays.
• Food Science & Nutrition Research: Utilized in studies related to dietary fiber, prebiotics, and the metabolic fate of pentose sugars.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Serves as a moisturizing agent or humectant in advanced skincare formulations due to its hygroscopic properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	D-Xylopyranose (9Ci)
CAS No.	7261-26-9
Molecular Formula	C5H10O5
Molecular Weight	150.13 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Xylopyranose; D-(+)-Xylopyranose; Xylose, D-; D-Xylose, pyranose form; (3R,4S,5R)-Tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,3,4,5-tetraol; 7261-26-9; Wood Sugar
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Quality Control

Our D-Xylopyranose (9Ci) is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profile analysis, to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent absorption of water, which may affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	+18.5° to +19.5° (c=10 in water)
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.