Description

Thiocellobiose is a sulfur-containing derivative of the disaccharide cellobiose, where a hydroxyl group is replaced by a thiol or thioglycoside moiety. This structural modification imparts unique chemical reactivity and biological activity, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced research and synthesis. It is particularly relevant for scientists and manufacturers in the fields of glycobiology, enzymology, and pharmaceutical development, where it is used to study carbohydrate-active enzymes and develop novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a substrate or inhibitor for studying the mechanism and specificity of glycosidases, particularly β-glucosidases and cellulases.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel glycosidase inhibitors with potential therapeutic applications.
• Enzyme Profiling: Used in high-throughput screening assays to identify and characterize new enzymes from microbial or environmental sources.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Acts as a specialized precursor for the chemical or enzymatic synthesis of thio-linked oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Diagnostic Development: Potential use in developing diagnostic tools and probes for carbohydrate-binding proteins or specific enzymatic activities.
• Material Science: Exploration in creating functionalized surfaces or polymers with specific carbohydrate recognition properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiocellobiose
CAS No.	81536-60-9
Molecular Formula	C12H22O10S
Molecular Weight	358.37 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Thio-β-D-cellobioside; 4-Thiocellobiose; 4-S-β-D-Glucopyranosyl-4-thio-D-glucopyranose; β-D-Glucopyranosyl 4-thio-β-D-glucopyranoside; 4,4'-Dithiocellobiose (related dimer); Cellobiose thioether; Thioglycoside of cellobiose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Thiocellobiose is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic identification (NMR, MS). A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your critical research and development work.

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 should be kept in a desiccated environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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