Description

Mannopentaose CAS NO 70281-35-5 is a defined oligosaccharide composed of five mannose units, serving as a crucial biochemical tool and reference standard. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development in glycobiology, enabling the study of carbohydrate-protein interactions and enzymatic pathways. It is primarily utilized by biotechnology firms, academic research institutions, and diagnostic manufacturers focused on advancing understanding in immunology, microbiology, and therapeutic development.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a precise substrate or inhibitor in studies of mannan-binding lectins, glycosidases, and glycosyltransferases.
• Diagnostic Development: Serves as a critical component in the design of assays and biosensors for detecting specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or pathogens.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Employed in drug discovery programs targeting carbohydrate-mediated cell adhesion, signaling, and immune response modulation.
• Microbiology Studies: Applied in research on yeast and fungal cell wall biosynthesis and host-pathogen interactions.
• Biochemical Standard: Functions as a high-purity calibrant and reference material for analytical methods like HPLC and mass spectrometry.
• Enzyme Characterization: Utilized to investigate the specificity and kinetics of mannan-degrading enzymes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mannopentaose
CAS No.	70281-35-5
Molecular Formula	C30H52O26
Molecular Weight	828.73 g/mol
Synonyms	α-D-Mannopentaose; (1→6)-α-D-Mannopentaose; D-Mannose pentamer; Oligomannose-5; Man5; 1,6-α-D-Mannopentaose; Penta-α-D-mannopyranoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Mannopentaose is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC and NMR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). To maintain stability and prevent decomposition, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines
Microbial Limits	< 1000 CFU/g

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