Molekula
D-(+)-Sucrose, plant cell culture tested
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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
D-(+)-Sucrose is a disaccharide sugar composed of glucose and fructose, widely used as a carbon source in plant cell culture media to support growth and metabolic activity. It is also utilized in biochemical research, food processing, and as a standard reference compound in analytical chemistry. Other established applications include sweetening and texturing foods and beverages, a feedstock for yeast production, an ingredient in pharmaceutical products, and a chemical intermediate for detergents and emulsifiers. This sucrose has a CAS number of 57-50-1, with the molecular formula C12H22O11 and a molecular weight of 342.30 g/mol. It is safe for ambient storage and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies D-(+)-Sucrose from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £24.40 per pack ex VAT · £29.28 inc. VAT
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500 g — £50.90 per pack ex VAT · £61.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals |
| Water | max 0.5% |
| Specific rotation | +66.3 to +67 |
| Assay (HPLC) | min 99% |
| Lead (Pb) | max 0.0005% |
| Arsenic (As) | max 0.0001% |
| Calcium (Ca) | max 0.001% |
| Glucose (TLC) | max 0.5% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | max 0.005% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Characteristic caramel |
| Melting Point | 185.5 °C |
| Density | 1.5805 g/cm³ at 17 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in water, methanol; slightly soluble in ethanol; insoluble in ethyl ether |
| Vapour Pressure | 0 mmHg (approx) |
| Refractive Index | 1.5376 |
| pKa | pKa = 12.6 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -3.70 |
Source: PubChem CID 5988 (HSDB, DrugBank, The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 41080463 |
| CAS Number | 57-50-1 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-[(2S,3S,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-2,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]oxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol |
| EC Number | 200-334-9 |
| 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)O[C@]2([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O2)CO)O)O)CO)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | CZMRCDWAGMRECN-UGDNZRGBSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H22O11/c13-1-4-6(16)8(18)9(19)11(21-4)23-12(3-15)10(20)7(17)5(2-14)22-12/h4-11,13-20H,1-3H2/t4-,5-,6-,7-,8+,9-,10+,11-,12+/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5988 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 1701995050 |
| Tariff Code | 1701999000 |
Safety & GHS
Hazard statements
- USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
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
- Amerfand
- Cane sugar
- Microse
- Rock candy
- saccharose
- Saccharum
- sucrose
- sugar
- Table sugar
- White sugar
Frequently asked questions
What is D-(+)-Sucrose, plant cell culture tested, used for?
This sucrose is specifically tested for compatibility with plant cell culture media, providing a sterile, high-purity carbon source for growth and metabolic studies.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this sucrose?
The formula is **C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁** with a molecular weight of **342.30 g/mol**.
How should D-(+)-Sucrose be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
What grades of D-(+)-Sucrose does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies this sucrose in **plant cell culture-tested grade**, meeting strict purity and sterility standards for biological applications.
Can Molekula supply this sucrose in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options for D-(+)-Sucrose, with flexible quantities tailored to your research or production needs.
What documentation comes with an order of this product?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** confirming plant cell culture compatibility.
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