Molekula
B-Gentiobiose
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B-Gentiobiose is a disaccharide composed of two glucose units linked by a beta-1,6 glycosidic bond, used in biochemical research and carbohydrate synthesis. It has a molecular formula of C12H22O11, a molecular weight of 342.30 g/mol, and is stable when stored at 2 to 8 °C. CAS number: 554-91-6. Signal word: None. Molekula supplies B-Gentiobiose from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White solid |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥98% |
| Identification (IR) | HPLC, HNMR |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90027729 |
| CAS Number | 554-91-6 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxy-6-[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyhexanal |
| EC Number | 209-074-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C12H22O11 |
| Molecular Weight | 342.30 |
| Exact Mass | 342.1162 |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O1)OC[C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C=O)O)O)O)O)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | AYRXSINWFIIFAE-UDKQPYHCSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H22O11/c13-1-4(15)7(17)8(18)5(16)3-22-12-11(21)10(20)9(19)6(2-14)23-12/h1,4-12,14-21H,2-3H2/t4-,5+,6+,7+,8+,9+,10-,11+,12+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 20056559 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
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
- 6-O-b-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-glucose
- 6-O-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-D-glucopyranose
- 6-O-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-D-glucose
- Amygdalose
- beta-D-Glcp-(1->6)-D-Glcp
- d-gentiobiose
- D-GLUCOSE, 6-O-BETA-D-GLUCOPYRANOSYL-
- Gentiobiose
- Gentiobiose (open form)
- ss-Gentiobiose
Frequently asked questions
What is B-Gentiobiose used for?
B-Gentiobiose is primarily used as a building block in glycochemistry and as a substrate for enzymatic studies, particularly in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of B-Gentiobiose?
The formula is C12H22O11 with a molecular weight of 342.30 g/mol.
How should B-Gentiobiose be stored?
Store at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of B-Gentiobiose is available?
Molekula supplies B-Gentiobiose in high-purity grade suitable for research and biochemical applications.
Can Molekula supply B-Gentiobiose in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply B-Gentiobiose in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a B-Gentiobiose order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) upon request.
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