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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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
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
- (-)-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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