D-(+)-Xylose

D-(+)-Xylose

R4,740.91

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SKU: ZA.002.855 Category:

Description

Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C5H10O5

General description

Xylose is a five-carbon sugar that contributes to lignocellulose in plants. Xylose is predominantly found in hardwoods and agricultural residues.

Application

D-(+)-Xylose has been used:

  • as one of the component to stimulate microbial activity
  • for the enhancement of biofilm formation
  • as a part of biochemical tests for the identification of B. cereus group
  • for substrate screening characterization

 

Biochem/physiol Actions

Estimation of xylose in the urine after oral administration, is useful in diagnosing absorption of carbohydrates and malabsorption of non-pancreatic molecules.[6] Xylose plays a significant role in the biologically conversion of plant biomass to fuels and chemicals.[1]

Quality

White to off-white.

PROPERTIES

biological source

cell culture

Pack Size

500g

Assay

≥99% (GC)

form

powder

optical activity

[α]20/D 18.2 to 19.4 °, c = 4% (w/v) in water

technique(s)

gas chromatography (GC): suitable

color

white

useful pH range

6.0-6.5 (20 °C, 100 g/L)

mp

154-158 °C (lit.)

solubility

water: 50 mg/mL, clear, colorless

storage temp.

room temp

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