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D-(+)-Raffinose pentahydrate

SKU 44163104 CAS 17629-30-0 C18H32O16·5H2O MW 594.51 In stock

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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100 g — £43.40 per pack

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Specifications

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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 and Yeast	≤100 cfu/g
Powder size	≥95.0% through 30 mesh
Microbial Limit (Escherichia Coli)	ND

Storage & handling

Property	Value
Storage Temperature	Ambient
Shelf Life	60 months
Acidity	Neutral

Identification

Property	Value
SKU	44163104
CAS Number	17629-30-0
Molecular Formula	C18H32O16·5H2O
Molecular Weight	594.51
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
REACH Code	Y113
HTS Code	2940006000
Tariff Code	2940000080

Safety & GHS

None

Precautionary statements

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For research and industrial use only

Not for use in food, drugs, household, or in or on humans or animals. Consult the Safety Data Sheet before handling.

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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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