Description

4-Thioxylobiose is a specialized thioglycoside derivative of xylobiose, a disaccharide composed of two xylose units. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research due to its role as a potential enzyme inhibitor and a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of complex carbohydrates and glycoconjugates. It serves as a critical tool for researchers in enzymology, glycobiology, and medicinal chemistry, particularly for studying xylanase enzymes and developing novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate analog or inhibitor in enzymatic studies, particularly for investigating the mechanism and kinetics of xylanases and other glycoside hydrolases.
• Glycobiology Studies: Serves as a key intermediate for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of more complex thioglycosides and neoglycoconjugates for probing carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a building block in the research and development of novel carbohydrate-based drugs, including antiviral and antimicrobial agents.
• Enzyme Inhibition Assays: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms to identify and characterize new inhibitors of carbohydrate-active enzymes.
• Diagnostic Reagent Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of specialized reagents for diagnostic assays targeting specific carbohydrate structures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental research chemical for universities and corporate R&D departments focused on carbohydrate chemistry and bio-catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Thioxylobiose
CAS No.	82040-51-5
Molecular Formula	C10H18O9S
Molecular Weight	338.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Thioxylobiose; 4-S-Xylobiose; 4-Thio-β-D-xylopyranosyl-(1→4)-D-xylopyranose; 4-Deoxy-4-thioxylobiose; β-D-Xylopyranosyl-(1→4)-4-thio-D-xylopyranose; 4-Thio-xylobiose; Thioglycoside of xylobiose; 4-Thio-β-D-xylobioside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Thioxylobiose is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and consistency for research applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere in a desiccator.

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.