For research use only. Not for therapeutic Use.
Xylose(CAT: I004203) is a naturally occurring five-carbon sugar (pentose) commonly used in biochemical and physiological research. It plays a key role in studying carbohydrate metabolism, enzymatic activity, and the functionality of transport systems, particularly in the context of sugar absorption and utilization. Xylose is also widely applied in experiments involving microbial fermentation, as it serves as a carbon source for various microorganisms. Its high purity and stability ensure consistent performance in experimental setups, making it an essential tool for research in biochemistry, microbiology, and metabolic engineering.
| Catalog Number | I004203 |
| CAS Number | 58-86-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H10O5 |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Target | Endogenous Metabolite |
| Solubility | 10 mM in DMSO |
| Storage | 3 years -20C powder |
| IUPAC Name | (3R,4S,5R)-oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H10O5/c6-2-1-10-5(9)4(8)3(2)7/h2-9H,1H2/t2-,3+,4-,5?/m1/s1 |
| InChIKey | SRBFZHDQGSBBOR-IOVATXLUSA-N |
| SMILES | C1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C(O1)O)O)O)O |
