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D-(+)-Xylose
D-(+)-Xylose is a five-carbon aldose sugar used in biochemical research, metabolic studies, and the synthesis of specialty chemicals. It is a naturally occurring monosaccharide with the molecular formula C5H10O5 and a molecular weight of 150.13 g/mol. CAS number: 58-86-6. Stored at ambient temperature. No signal word applies. Molekula supplies D-(+)-Xylose from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
D-(+)-Xylose is a five-carbon aldose sugar used in biochemical research, metabolic studies, and the synthesis of specialty chemicals. It is a naturally occurring monosaccharide with the molecular formula C5H10O5 and a molecular weight of 150.13 g/mol. CAS number: 58-86-6. Stored at ambient temperature. No signal word applies. Molekula supplies D-(+)-Xylose from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder or colourless needles |
| Melting Point | 154 - 158°C |
| Water | ≤ 0.30% |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 0.0005% |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤ 0.005% |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water, soluble in hot ethanol (95%) |
| Assay | ≥ 98.5% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤ 0.05% |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear and colourless |
| Specific optical rotation | 18.5-19.5° |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to the xylose CRS spectrum |
| Sulphate (SO4) | ≤ 0.005% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 0.00005% |
| Acidity (0.1mol/LNa0H), ml | ≤ 0.2ml |
| ph in aqueous solution | (20% aq. sol). 5.0 - 7.0 |
| For research use only, not for human use | For research use only, not for human use |
| Molekula Supplier ID reference | - |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 58-86-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H10O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 150.13 |
| SMILES | O=CC(O)C(O)C(O)CO |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2940.00.6000 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000020 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- 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 D-(+)-Xylose used for?
D-(+)-Xylose is commonly used in biochemical research, as a substrate in metabolic studies, and in the synthesis of xylooligosaccharides and other specialty chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-(+)-Xylose?
The chemical formula is C5H10O5 and the molecular weight is 150.13 g/mol.
How should D-(+)-Xylose be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of D-(+)-Xylose does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies D-(+)-Xylose in analytical grade, suitable for laboratory and research use.
Can Molekula supply D-(+)-Xylose in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply D-(+)-Xylose in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a D-(+)-Xylose order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS), available upon request.
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