Description

α-D-Glucopyranose, 1,6-Bis(Dihydrogen Phosphate), Tetrasodium Salt is a high-purity, water-soluble derivative of glucose-6-phosphate, serving as a critical biochemical intermediate and reagent. This compound is valued for its role in enzymatic studies and as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized carbohydrates and nucleotide sugars. It is essential for research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors, as well as for manufacturers of fine chemicals and biochemical standards.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Enzyme Assays: Used as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies, particularly for kinases, phosphatases, and isomerases involved in carbohydrate metabolism.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A key component in the formulation of clinical diagnostic kits for measuring enzymatic activity in blood and other biological samples.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of more complex bioactive molecules, prodrugs, or labeled compounds for metabolic tracing.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Employed in defined culture media as a controlled phosphate and carbon source for specific microbial or cell line studies.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity calibrant for analytical methods (HPLC, GC-MS) in quality control laboratories.
• Food Science Research: Investigated for its role in carbohydrate metabolism pathways relevant to food processing and nutritional studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	α-D-Glucopyranose, 1,6-Bis(Dihydrogen Phosphate), Tetrasodium Salt
CAS No.	83846-98-4
Molecular Formula	C6H11Na4O14P2
Molecular Weight	468.06 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	D-Glucose 1,6-Bisphosphate Tetrasodium Salt; Glucose-1,6-bisphosphate Tetrasodium Salt; 1,6-Diphosphoglucose Tetrasodium Salt; Cori Ester Tetrasodium Salt; α-D-Glucopyranose 1,6-bis(dihydrogen phosphate) tetrasodium salt; G-1,6-P2 Na4; D-Glucose-1,6-diphosphate Tetrasodium Salt
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Quality Control

Our α-D-Glucopyranose, 1,6-Bis(Dihydrogen Phosphate), Tetrasodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (HPLC), water content, and residual solvents is provided with every shipment.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of moisture, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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