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Maltotriose
Maltotriose is a trisaccharide composed of three glucose units linked by α-1,4-glycosidic bonds, commonly used in food science and biochemical research as a model oligosaccharide. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 504.44 g/mol, a molecular formula of C18H32O16, and a CAS number of 1109-28-0. Stored at ambient temperature, it carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Maltotriose from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Maltotriose is a trisaccharide composed of three glucose units linked by α-1,4-glycosidic bonds, commonly used in food science and biochemical research as a model oligosaccharide. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 504.44 g/mol, a molecular formula of C18H32O16, and a CAS number of 1109-28-0. Stored at ambient temperature, it carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Maltotriose from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellow powder |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥ 85.0% |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 5mg/kg |
| pH | 5.0 - 6.5 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 3.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.3% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 1109-28-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C18H32O16 |
| Molecular Weight | 504.44 |
| SMILES | C(C1C(C(C(C(O1)OC2C(OC(C(C2O)O)OC3C(OC(C(C3O)O)O)CO)CO)O)O)O)O |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29400060 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
Hazard statements
- USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is maltotriose used for?
Maltotriose is primarily used as a carbohydrate standard in analytical chemistry and as a building block in the synthesis of oligosaccharides.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of maltotriose?
The formula is C18H32O16 with a molecular weight of 504.44 g/mol.
How should maltotriose be stored?
Maltotriose should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of maltotriose does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies maltotriose in analytical grade.
Can Molekula supply maltotriose in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply maltotriose in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a maltotriose order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).
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