Description

Sucrose Octasulfate Potassium Salt is a highly sulfated derivative of sucrose, a polysulfated carbohydrate with significant biological and chemical activity. This compound is valued for its strong polyanionic character, making it a key intermediate in pharmaceutical research and a functional material in specialized applications. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and specialty chemical manufacturers working on heparin-mimetic polymers, enzyme inhibitors, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of heparin-like oligosaccharides and polysulfated polymers with anticoagulant or antiviral properties.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a potent inhibitor of various enzymes, including glycosidases and sulfatases, in mechanistic and drug discovery studies.
• Material Science: Acts as a polyelectrolyte or a functional additive for creating hydrogels, coatings, and composites with specific ionic characteristics.
• Cell Culture & Diagnostics: Employed in research applications to modulate cell surface interactions or as a component in diagnostic assay development.
• Reference Standard: Provides a characterized standard for analytical method development and quality control in related chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sucrose Octasulfate Potassium Salt
CAS No.	73264-44-5
Molecular Formula	C12H14K8O35S8
Molecular Weight	1351.58 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Sucrose Octakis(hydrogen sulfate) Potassium Salt; Octapotassium Sucrose Octasulfate; Sucrose Potassium Octasulfate; Sucrose Octasulfate Octapotassium Salt; Sucralfate Intermediate; Heparinoid Sucrose Derivative; Poly-Sucrose Sulfate Potassium Salt; Sucrose 1,2,3,4,1',2',3',4'-Octakis(Sulfate) Octapotassium Salt
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Quality Control

Our Sucrose Octasulfate Potassium Salt is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each parameter are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Sulfate Content (IC)	Conforms to theoretical
Potassium Content (AAS)	Conforms to theoretical
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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