Description

Lacto-n-Fucopentaose I is a structurally defined human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) with the CAS registry number 7578-25-8. This compound is a critical bioactive component that plays a fundamental role in infant gut health and immune system development. It is primarily utilized in advanced nutritional science, infant formula research, and the development of functional food ingredients and prebiotic supplements. Researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries rely on this high-purity standard for its role in studying host-microbe interactions and developing next-generation health products.

Application

• Infant Formula Research & Development: As a key reference standard for analyzing and replicating the bioactive profile of human milk.
• Prebiotic & Nutraceutical Formulation: Used in the development of advanced prebiotic supplements to selectively promote beneficial gut microbiota.
• Glycobiology & Biochemical Research: Serves as a crucial substrate and standard for studying glycosidase activity, carbohydrate-protein interactions, and metabolic pathways.
• Functional Food Ingredients: Incorporated into specialized nutritional products aimed at supporting digestive and immune health.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Employed in the production of reagents for detecting specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or pathogens.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block or starting material for the synthesis of more complex glycoconjugates with therapeutic potential.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lacto-n-Fucopentaose I
CAS No.	7578-25-8
Molecular Formula	C32H55NO25
Molecular Weight	853.77 g/mol
Synonyms	LNFP I; Lacto-N-fucopentaose I; 2'-Fucosyllactose; α-L-Fuc-(1→2)-β-D-Gal-(1→3)-β-D-GlcNAc-(1→3)-β-D-Gal-(1→4)-D-Glc; Fucosyllacto-N-pentaose I; Human Milk Oligosaccharide LNFP I; 5'-N-Acetylneuraminyl-3'-fucosyllactose isomer; HMO Standard (LNFP I)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lacto-n-Fucopentaose I is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS for identity confirmation and purity assessment. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting critical quality attributes. We adhere to relevant industry guidelines to support applications in nutritional and pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a dry environment before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 10 EU/mg

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