Description

Viridopentaose A is a specific oligosaccharide compound of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and development. This compound matters for its role as a precise molecular tool in studying carbohydrate-protein interactions and enzymatic processes. It is primarily needed by researchers and product developers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutraceutical industries for applications in drug discovery, diagnostic assay development, and functional food ingredient research.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly for glycosyl hydrolases and transferases.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or reference compound in the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates for therapeutic agents.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the development of assays and biosensors that detect specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or antibodies.
• Nutraceutical & Functional Food Research: Investigated for its potential prebiotic activity and its role in modulating gut microbiota.
• Glycobiology Studies: Essential for probing cell surface recognition events, signal transduction pathways, and immune system modulation.
• Academic Research: Utilized in universities and institutes for fundamental studies on carbohydrate structure, function, and metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	Viridopentaose A
CAS No.	73938-74-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	α-D-Glcp-(1→4)-α-D-Glcp-(1→4)-α-D-Glcp-(1→4)-α-D-Glcp-(1→4)-D-Glcp; Maltopentaose; O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-D-glucopyranose; Amylopentaose; 1,4-α-D-Glucopentaose; Pentaose A; G5
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Quality Control

Our Viridopentaose A is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters. We adhere to relevant industry guidelines to support our customers in pharmaceutical and life science research.

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 sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture uptake and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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