Molekula
Trehalose
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Trehalose is a naturally occurring disaccharide sugar used as a stabilizer and cryoprotectant in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and food products. It is known for its ability to protect proteins and cells under stress conditions. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 99-20-7, molecular formula C12H22O11, and molecular weight of 342.3 g/mol. Stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies Trehalose from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £46.10 per pack ex VAT · £55.32 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Specific rotation | +195,0° - +200,0° |
| pH | 5 - 6.7 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Purity | ≥99% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.02% |
| Glucose | ≤0,1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 203 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 7427 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 74350211 |
| CAS Number | 99-20-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol |
| EC Number | 202-739-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C12H22O11 |
| Molecular Weight | 342.3 |
| Exact Mass | 342.1162 |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O1)O[C@@H]2[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O2)CO)O)O)O)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | HDTRYLNUVZCQOY-LIZSDCNHSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H22O11/c13-1-3-5(15)7(17)9(19)11(21-3)23-12-10(20)8(18)6(16)4(2-14)22-12/h3-20H,1-2H2/t3-,4-,5-,6-,7+,8+,9-,10-,11-,12-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 7427 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2940.00.60.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P231+232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P403+233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
- P405 Store locked up
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
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
- alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-alpha-D-glucopyranoside
- alpha-D-Trehalose
- alpha,alpha-trehalose
- Cabaletta
- D-(+)-Trehalose
- Ergot sugar
- GlyTouCan:G92130SN
- Mushroom sugar
- Mycose
- Natural trehalose
Frequently asked questions
What is trehalose used for?
Trehalose is commonly used as a stabilizer in pharmaceuticals and biologics, and as a cryoprotectant in cell and tissue preservation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of trehalose?
The formula is C12H22O11 and the molecular weight is 342.3 g/mol.
How should trehalose be stored?
Trehalose should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of trehalose does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies food-grade and research-grade trehalose; specific grades are available upon request.
Can Molekula supply trehalose in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply trehalose in bulk quantities; please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a trehalose order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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