Molekula
L(+)-Arabinose
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
L(+)-Arabinose is a naturally occurring pentose sugar found in plant gums and polysaccharides, widely used in microbiological culture media, pharmaceutical research, and as a sweetener in food applications. It serves as a carbon source in fermentation processes and is a key component in the synthesis of arabinogalactan proteins. This chemical has a CAS number of 5328-37-0, with the molecular formula C5H10O5 and a molecular weight of 150.13 g/mol. It is stable under ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word for hazard classification. 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 — £29.50 per pack ex VAT · £35.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | white powder |
| Specific rotation | +98 to +105 |
| Heavy metals | <10ppm |
| Loss on Drying | <0.5% |
| Assay | 99%min |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.1% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | <0.020% |
| Chlorine (Cl) | <0.020% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 84794515 |
| CAS Number | 5328-37-0 |
| 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 |
| HTS Code | 29400060 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), 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.
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 commonly used for?
L(+)-Arabinose is primarily used as a raw material in pharmaceuticals, as a nutrient in cell culture media, and in biochemical research for metabolic studies.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L(+)-Arabinose?
The molecular formula is **C₅H₁₀O₅**, and the molecular weight is **150.13 g/mol**.
How should L(+)-Arabinose be stored?
Store L(+)-Arabinose at **ambient temperature** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
What grades or purities of L(+)-Arabinose does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade (USP/EP/JP)** and **biochemical-grade** L(+)-Arabinose, depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply L(+)-Arabinose in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide L(+)-Arabinose in **bulk quantities** (e.g., 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg, or custom volumes) for industrial or research-scale needs.
What documentation is provided with an order of L(+)-Arabinose?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and, for pharmaceutical-grade, a **Certificate of Conformity (CoC)**.
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