Molekula
L-(+)-Arabinose
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L-(+)-Arabinose is a five-carbon aldose sugar used in biochemical research and metabolic studies. It is also used as a nutrient in bacterial culture media, as a flavoring agent, and as an ingredient in cosmetic formulations. It serves as a building block in carbohydrate chemistry and is employed in the synthesis of glycoconjugates and pharmaceutical intermediates. Available with CAS number 87-72-9, molecular formula C5H10O5, and molecular weight 150.13, it is stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies L-(+)-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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100 g — £62.10 per pack ex VAT · £74.52 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Water | ≤2% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤0.2% |
| Appearance (10% water solution) | Clear, colourless |
| Assay HPLC | ≥98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 12030733 |
| CAS Number | 87-72-9 |
| IUPAC Name | (3R,4S,5S)-oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol |
| EC Number | 201-767-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H10O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 150.13 |
| Exact Mass | 150.0528 |
| SMILES | C1[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C(O1)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | SRBFZHDQGSBBOR-HWQSCIPKSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H10O5/c6-2-1-10-5(9)4(8)3(2)7/h2-9H,1H2/t2-,3-,4+,5?/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 439195 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 29400000 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, 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.
Synonyms
- ARA
- Ara (SNFG)
- Arabinopyranose
- arabinopyranoside
- Arabinose l-
- GlyTouCan:G88980IR
- L-Ara
- L-ARABINOPYRANOSE
- L-Arabinopyranoside
- SNFG:Ara
Frequently asked questions
What is L-(+)-Arabinose used for?
L-(+)-Arabinose is used in biochemical research, as a building block in carbohydrate chemistry, and in the synthesis of glycoconjugates and pharmaceutical intermediates.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of L-(+)-Arabinose?
The formula is C5H10O5 and the molecular weight is 150.13 g/mol.
How should L-(+)-Arabinose be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for L-(+)-Arabinose?
Molekula supplies L-(+)-Arabinose in analytical grade.
Can Molekula supply L-(+)-Arabinose in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply L-(+)-Arabinose in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of L-(+)-Arabinose?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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