Molekula
D-(+)-Raffinose pentahydrate
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D-(+)-Raffinose pentahydrate is a naturally occurring trisaccharide used in biochemical research and as a stabilizer in pharmaceutical formulations. It is a water-soluble, non-reducing sugar with a molecular weight of 594.51 g/mol, composed of galactose, glucose, and fructose. CAS number 17629-30-0, molecular formula C18H32O16·5H2O. Stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies D-(+)-Raffinose pentahydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Melting Point | 78 - 82℃ |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| Total plate count | ≤1000 cfu/g |
| Loss on Drying | 13.0-17.0% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤0.1% |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥98.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Bulk density | 0.40-0.70 |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear and colourless |
| Specific optical rotation | a 20 (c=10, H O): +103 to +107 |
| Purity (TLC) | One spot |
| Microbial Limit (Salmonella) | ND |
| Mould & Yeast | ≤100 cfu/g |
| Powder size | ≥95.0% through 30 mesh |
| Microbial Limit (Escherichia Coli) | ND |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 44163104 |
| CAS Number | 17629-30-0 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-2-[[(2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-6-[(2S,3S,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-2,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]oxy-3,4,5-trihydroxyoxan-2-yl]methoxy]-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol;pentahydrate |
| Molecular Formula | C18H32O16·5H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 594.51 |
| Exact Mass | 594.2219 |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]1[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O1)OC[C@@H]2[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O2)O[C@]3([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O3)CO)O)O)CO)O)O)O)O)O)O)O.O.O.O.O.O |
| InChIKey | BITMAWRCWSHCRW-PFQJHCPISA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C18H32O16.5H2O/c19-1-5-8(22)11(25)13(27)16(31-5)30-3-7-9(23)12(26)14(28)17(32-7)34-18(4-21)15(29)10(24)6(2-20)33-18;;;;;/h5-17,19-29H,1-4H2;5*1H2/t5-,6-,7-,8+,9-,10-,11+,12+,13-,14-,15+,16+,17-,18+;;;;;/m1...../s1 |
| PubChem CID | 2724100 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2940006000 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- D-Raffinose pentahydrate 10 |Ig/mL in Acetonitrile
- Raffinose, pentahydrate
- Raffnose Pentahydrate
Frequently asked questions
What is D-(+)-Raffinose pentahydrate used for?
It is commonly used as a stabilizer in biopharmaceutical formulations and as a cryoprotectant in cell and tissue preservation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C18H32O16·5H2O with a molecular weight of 594.51 g/mol.
How should D-(+)-Raffinose pentahydrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
Available in analytical grade; other grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply D-(+)-Raffinose pentahydrate in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA); additional documentation such as SDS is available upon request.
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