Molekula
alpha-D-Glucose 1-phosphate disodium salt hydrate
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Alpha-D-Glucose 1-phosphate disodium salt hydrate is a phosphorylated sugar derivative widely used in biochemical research, particularly in metabolic pathway studies, as a substrate for phosphoglucomutase, glycogen phosphorylase and UDP-glucose pyrophosphorylase, and as a substrate for enzymatic reactions. It serves as a key intermediate in glycolysis and glycogen metabolism research. This chemical has a CAS number of 56401-20-8, with the molecular formula C6H11O9PNa2 · xH2O and a molecular weight of approximately 304.1 g/mol. It requires storage at -15 to -20°C and carries no signal word, indicating low acute toxicity. Molekula supplies alpha-D-Glucose 1-phosphate disodium salt hydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
On backorder — expected to ship by 26 November 2026
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5 g — £165.10 per pack ex VAT · £198.12 inc. VAT
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Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90028028 |
| CAS Number | 56401-20-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H11O9PNa2 · xH2O |
| Molecular Weight | 304.1 |
| SMILES | C(C1C(C(C(C(O1)OP(=O)([O-])[O-])O)O)O)O.[Na+].[Na+] |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
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
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is alpha-D-Glucose 1-phosphate disodium salt hydrate used for?
This compound is commonly used in biochemical research as a substrate for enzymatic reactions, such as glycogen synthesis, and in metabolic pathway studies.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of alpha-D-Glucose 1-phosphate disodium salt hydrate?
The molecular formula is C₆H₁₁O₉PNa₂ · xH₂O, and the anhydrous molecular weight is 304.1 g/mol (hydrate content may vary).
How should alpha-D-Glucose 1-phosphate disodium salt hydrate be stored?
Store at -15 to -20°C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grades or purity levels of this product does Molekula offer?
Molekula supplies this product in analytical and biochemical research grades, with purity typically ≥98%.
Can Molekula supply alpha-D-Glucose 1-phosphate disodium salt hydrate in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request, subject to inventory and production capacity.
What documentation comes with an order of this product?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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