Description

α-D-Glucopyranose, 1,6-Bis(Dihydrogen Phosphate), Tetraammonium Salt is a high-purity, water-soluble ammonium salt derivative of glucose-1,6-bisphosphate, a key intermediate in carbohydrate metabolism. This compound is valued for its role as a biochemical reagent and a stable, soluble source of the biologically active phosphate ester. It is primarily utilized in life science research, diagnostic kit formulation, and as a specialty intermediate in the synthesis of more complex biochemicals for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Enzyme Studies: Serves as a substrate, standard, or intermediate in enzymatic assays and metabolic pathway studies, particularly those involving glycolysis and gluconeogenesis.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of clinical diagnostic kits for measuring enzyme activities (e.g., phosphoglucomutase) in medical laboratories.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a key building block in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical compounds and prodrugs targeting metabolic disorders.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Employed as a specialized nutrient component in defined media for culturing specific microorganisms or cell lines in industrial biotechnology.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and analytical method development in pharmaceutical and food testing laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-D-Glucopyranose, 1,6-Bis(Dihydrogen Phosphate), Tetraammonium Salt
CAS No.	71662-15-2
Molecular Formula	C6H20N4O12P2
Molecular Weight	378.19 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Glucose 1,6-Bisphosphate Tetraammonium Salt; Glucose-1,6-diphosphate Tetraammonium Salt; G-1,6-P2 Tetraammonium Salt; Cori Ester Tetraammonium Salt; 1,6-Di-O-phosphono-α-D-glucopyranose Tetraammonium Salt; α-D-Glucopyranose 1,6-bis(dihydrogen phosphate) tetraammonium salt; Ammonium Glucose-1,6-bisphosphate
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Quality Control

Our α-D-Glucopyranose, 1,6-Bis(Dihydrogen Phosphate), Tetraammonium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your quality 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) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. Avoid prolonged exposure to high humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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