Description

Arabinose 5-Triphosphate is a high-purity nucleotide sugar derivative, a critical phosphorylated intermediate in biochemical research and synthesis. This compound serves as a vital substrate or cofactor in enzymatic studies, particularly those involving carbohydrate metabolism and nucleotide-sugar-dependent glycosyltransferases. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of glycobiology, enzymology, and pharmaceutical development, where precise control over glycosylation pathways is required.

Application

• Enzymatic Research Substrate: Used as a specific substrate for studying arabinosyltransferases and other enzymes involved in pentose phosphate pathways.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Acts as a key activated sugar donor in the enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoproteins, and glycolipids.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Employed in vitro to investigate and map metabolic fluxes in carbohydrate and nucleotide metabolism.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the research and development of novel nucleoside-based therapeutics and diagnostic agents.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Utilized as a standard or critical reagent in developing high-throughput screening assays for enzyme activity and inhibitor discovery.
• Cell Signaling Studies: Applied in research exploring the role of nucleotide sugars in cellular communication and regulation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Arabinose 5-Triphosphate
CAS No.	74228-80-1
Molecular Formula	C5H15N3O14P3 (typically as a salt, e.g., sodium)
Molecular Weight	Approx. 507.1 g/mol (Free acid)
Synonyms	5-O-Phosphono-α-D-arabinofuranosyl trihydrogen diphosphate; α-D-Arabinofuranose 5-triphosphate; Ara-5-TP; D-Arabinose 5-triphosphate; ATP analogue; Arabinose-5'-triphosphate; Nucleotide sugar donor
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Quality Control

Our Arabinose 5-Triphosphate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (NMR, MS), to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for advanced research. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability. For long-term storage, consider desiccation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (HPLC/NMR)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Biological Activity	Functional in standard enzymatic assays

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