Description

Pentose CAS NO 9020-65-9 refers to a class of monosaccharide sugars containing five carbon atoms, which are fundamental building blocks in biochemistry and industrial processes. These compounds are critical for their role as precursors in the synthesis of nucleosides, vitamins, and various fine chemicals. They are essential raw materials for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and biotechnology sectors, where high-purity carbohydrate intermediates are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: As chiral starting materials and intermediates for antiviral drugs, antibiotics, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as substrates, standards, and reagents in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and microbiological culture media.
• Nutraceutical & Food Science: Serving as functional ingredients or precursors for sweeteners, prebiotics, and other specialized food additives.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Incorporated into skincare products for their humectant and moisturizing properties.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Act as feedstocks in fermentation processes for the production of biofuels, organic acids, and biopolymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentose
CAS No.	9020-65-9
Molecular Formula	C5H10O5 (for aldopentose)
Molecular Weight	150.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentose sugars; Aldopentose; Ketopentose; D-Ribose; D-Xylose; L-Arabinose; D-Arabinose; D-Lyxose; Wood sugar
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pentose products are manufactured under a strict quality management system. We offer various grades, including high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and research applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring compliance with relevant specifications. Certificates are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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