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Purity: 98% min
Appearance: White to off-white powder
Product Manager Email: eva@coreychem.com
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Product name |
SOPHOROSE |
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Synonym |
Sophorose hydrate;D-Glucose, 2-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl;β-D-Glucopyranosyl-(1→2)-D-glucose |
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CAS NO. |
20429-79-2 |
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Appearance |
White to off-white powder |
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Purity |
98% min |
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MF |
C12H22O11 |
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MW |
342.3 |
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Related categories |
Fine Chemicals / Specialty Chemicals / Carbohydrates |
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Transport Information |
Not dangerous goods |
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Melting Point |
196–198°C |
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Structural formula |
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Contact |
eva@coreychem.com |
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)
1.What is Sophorose (CAS 20429-79-2)?
Sophorose is a natural disaccharide composed of two glucose molecules linked by a β-1,2-glycosidic bond. As a specialty carbohydrate, it has applications in carbohydrate chemistry research and the fine chemical field.
2.What are the appearance, basic properties, and solubility of Sophorose?
Sophorose is typically a white to off-white powder, with a molecular formula of C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁, a molecular weight of 342.30 g/mol, and a melting point of approximately 196–198 °C. Sophorose is soluble in water, although its actual solubility may vary depending on factors such as temperature, purity, and testing conditions.
3.What are the main applications of Sophorose?
Sophorose is mainly used in carbohydrate research and enzyme-related research. Depending on the purity and specifications, it can also be used as a specialty carbohydrate raw material for further research and fine chemical applications.
4.What precautions should be taken when handling Sophorose?
When handling Sophorose, ensure that the working environment is well ventilated. Handle the powder gently during weighing or transfer to minimize dust generation. Appropriate personal protective equipment should be worn. After handling, clean the work surface promptly and wash hands to avoid inhalation of dust and contact with the skin or eyes.
5.What downstream products can be further developed from Sophorose?
Sophorose contains multiple hydroxyl groups that can undergo further derivatization to produce Sophorose derivatives and other carbohydrate compounds, providing a raw material basis for the development of specialty fine chemicals.
Application 1: What is Sophorose mainly used for in carbohydrate research?
Sophorose contains a β-1,2-glycosidic bond and is often used as a reference compound in carbohydrate research. Even with the same glucose units, different linkages can lead to different properties and reaction behavior. Therefore, it can be used for structural identification, condition screening, and control experiments to help determine how an experimental system responds to a specific glycosidic bond.
Application 2: What are the specific applications of Sophorose in enzyme research?
In enzyme research, Sophorose can be used as a substrate to study enzyme recognition, cleavage, and transformation of glycosidic bonds. By comparing the results under different enzyme systems, the recognition characteristics of enzymes toward specific sugar structures and the transformation of glycosidic bonds can be analyzed. It is therefore suitable for enzyme activity and substrate conversion studies.
Application 3: How can Sophorose be used in microbial research?
In some microbial studies, Sophorose can be added to a culture system as a carbohydrate substrate to determine whether microorganisms can utilize or transform it. Combined with carbohydrate analysis, culture experiments can be used to track the metabolic fate of Sophorose and understand the biological transformations involved.
Application 4: Can Sophorose be used to develop carbohydrate derivatives?
Yes. The multiple hydroxyl groups in Sophorose can serve as sites for chemical modification. Depending on the structural requirements of the target product, appropriate reaction routes can be selected to modify these groups, allowing various Sophorose derivatives to be prepared for further research in carbohydrate chemistry and specialty fine chemicals.
Application 5: What value does Sophorose offer in fine chemical development?
In fine chemical development, Sophorose can be used both for fundamental carbohydrate research and as a structurally defined specialty carbohydrate raw material. When a project requires the introduction of a carbohydrate structure, it can be used as a starting material or research compound. Through structural modification and subsequent reactions, new carbohydrate compounds can be prepared, providing a raw material source for specialty fine chemical development.
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