Description

Globopentaose CAS NO 71937-76-3 is a specific oligosaccharide compound of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and development. This molecule serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard for studying carbohydrate-protein interactions and enzymatic processes. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on glycobiology, pharmaceutical development, and diagnostic reagent formulation.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a high-purity standard and substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly for glycosidases and glycosyltransferases.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or building block in the synthesis of novel glycoconjugates and carbohydrate-based therapeutic agents.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the development and calibration of diagnostic kits and assays that detect or quantify specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or enzymes.
• Glycobiology Studies: Essential for investigating cell-surface recognition, signal transduction pathways, and other biological processes mediated by complex carbohydrates.
• Food Science Research: Potential application in studying prebiotic activity, texture modification, and the functional properties of novel food-grade oligosaccharides.
• Academic Reference Material: Supplied to universities and research laboratories as a characterized compound for teaching and fundamental research in carbohydrate chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Globopentaose
CAS No.	71937-76-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Globopentaose; α-D-Glc-(1→2)-α-D-Glc-(1→3)-α-D-Glc-(1→4)-α-D-Glc-(1→6)-D-Glc; (1→2,1→3,1→4,1→6)-Penta-α-D-glucopyranoside; Penta-α-D-glucoside; Oligosaccharide 71937-76-3; Research Grade Globopentaose; Globopentaose Standard
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Globopentaose is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.5%
Microbial Limits	Meets standard for research chemicals

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