Molekula
D-(-)-Arabinose
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D-(-)-Arabinose is a five-carbon sugar (pentose) used in biochemical research and carbohydrate synthesis. It serves as a building block in nucleic acid and glycoprotein studies. It is also used as an ingredient in culture media for growing certain bacteria in microbiology laboratories. Available with a CAS number of 10323-20-3, molecular formula C5H10O5, and molecular weight 150.13 g/mol, it is stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies D-(-)-Arabinose from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £23.30 per pack ex VAT · £27.96 inc. VAT
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100 g — £46.50 per pack ex VAT · £55.80 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 155 - 160 ℃ |
| Heavy metals | ≤20ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1% |
| Assay | ≥98.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.2% |
| Specific optical rotation | -101 to -105 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 49586738 |
| CAS Number | 10323-20-3 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S,3R,4R)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentanal |
| EC Number | 205-699-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H10O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 150.13 |
| Exact Mass | 150.0528 |
| SMILES | C([C@H]([C@H]([C@@H](C=O)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | PYMYPHUHKUWMLA-WDCZJNDASA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H10O5/c6-1-3(8)5(10)4(9)2-7/h1,3-5,7-10H,2H2/t3-,4-,5+/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 66308 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29400020 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
Hazard statements
- USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (-)-Arabinose
- (2S,3R,4R)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentanal
- aldehydo-D-arabinose
- Arabinose, D-
- Arabinose, DL-
- beta-D-(-)-Arabinose
- D-aArabinose
- D-rabinose
- GlyTouCan:G16391NR
Frequently asked questions
What is D-(-)-Arabinose used for?
D-(-)-Arabinose is primarily used in biochemical research and as a building block in the synthesis of nucleosides and other carbohydrates.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-(-)-Arabinose?
The formula is C5H10O5 and the molecular weight is 150.13 g/mol.
How should D-(-)-Arabinose be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of D-(-)-Arabinose does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies D-(-)-Arabinose in high-purity research grade.
Can Molekula supply D-(-)-Arabinose in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply D-(-)-Arabinose in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a D-(-)-Arabinose order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) upon request.
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