Molekula
Glycogen
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Glycogen is a polysaccharide used in biochemical research and as a standard in assays for glycogen metabolism. It is a branched polymer of glucose, essential for energy storage in animals and fungi. CAS: 9005-79-2, Molecular weight: 666.58 g/mol, stored at 2 to 8 °C.
Molekula supplies Glycogen in 5 g packs, from £75.12 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 6 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
Example image for illustration only. Other packaging and pack sizes are available.
Pricing & pack sizes
In stock — same-day dispatch
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
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5 g — £62.60 per pack ex VAT · £75.12 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white powder |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 270 - 280 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 439177 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 20698966 |
| CAS Number | 9005-79-2 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-[[(2R,3S,4R,5R,6R)-4,5-dihydroxy-3-[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy-6-[(2R,3S,4R,5R,6S)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]oxyoxan-2-yl]methoxy]-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol |
| Molecular Formula | N/A |
| Molecular Weight | 666.58 |
| Exact Mass | 666.2219 |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O1)OC[C@@H]2[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O2)O[C@@H]3[C@H](O[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]3O)O)O)CO)O)O)O[C@@H]4[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O4)CO)O)O)O)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | BYSGBSNPRWKUQH-UJDJLXLFSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C24H42O21/c25-1-5-9(28)11(30)16(35)22(41-5)39-4-8-20(45-23-17(36)12(31)10(29)6(2-26)42-23)14(33)18(37)24(43-8)44-19-7(3-27)40-21(38)15(34)13(19)32/h5-38H,1-4H2/t5-,6-,7-,8-,9-,10-,11+,12+,13-,14-,15-,16-,17-,18-,19-,20-,21+,22+,23-,24-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 439177 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 3913905000 |
| Tariff Code | 3913900099 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, 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
- BYSGBSNPRWKUQH-UJDJLXLFSA-N
- GLYCOGEN FROM BOVINE LIVER
- Glycogen from oyster
- Glycogen, Mussel
- Glycogenum
- GlyTouCan:G99991IU
- Lyoglycogen
- Phytoglycogen
Frequently asked questions
What is glycogen used for?
Glycogen is primarily used in biochemical research as a model polysaccharide for studying glycogen metabolism, storage, and degradation in cells.
What is the formula and molecular weight of glycogen?
The exact molecular formula of glycogen is not defined due to its polydisperse nature, but its average molecular weight is approximately 666.58 g/mol.
How should glycogen be stored?
Glycogen should be stored at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of glycogen is available?
Molekula supplies glycogen as a white to off-white powder whose identity is confirmed by IR spectroscopy against a reference standard. Please contact our team for further specification details.
Can Molekula supply glycogen in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply glycogen in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a glycogen order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
Where can I buy Glycogen?
Directly from Molekula, which lists Glycogen in 5 g packs from £75.12 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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