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Polygalacturonic acid
Polygalacturonic acid is a polysaccharide derived from pectin, used in food, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology applications. It functions as a gelling agent, stabilizer, and thickener. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 25990-10-7, molecular formula (C6H8O6)n, and stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies Polygalacturonic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Polygalacturonic acid is a polysaccharide derived from pectin, used in food, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology applications. It functions as a gelling agent, stabilizer, and thickener. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 25990-10-7, molecular formula (C6H8O6)n, and stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies Polygalacturonic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White light, yellow, light grey or light brown powder |
| Purity | ≥85% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 25990-10-7 |
| Molecular Formula | (C6H8O6)n |
| Molecular Weight | N/A |
| SMILES | O=CC(O)C(O)C(O)C(O)C(=O)O |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 13022000 |
| Tariff Code | 1302201079 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is polygalacturonic acid used for?
It is primarily used in food applications as a gelling agent and stabilizer, and in research for studying plant cell wall structure.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of polygalacturonic acid?
The formula is (C6H8O6)n; molecular weight is not available as it is a polymer with variable chain length.
How should polygalacturonic acid be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of polygalacturonic acid does Molekula supply?
We supply laboratory-grade polygalacturonic acid suitable for research and development.
Can Molekula supply polygalacturonic acid in bulk?
Yes, we can provide bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of polygalacturonic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA); additional documentation such as SDS can be provided upon request.
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