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D-(+)-Xylose, MP Biomedicals™

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Description

Classified as a monosaccharide of the aldopentose type. D-(+)-Xylose, MP Biomedicals is a sugar first isolated from wood. It contains five carbon atoms and includes a formyl functional group. Xylose is the main building block for hemicellulose.

  • Xylose is the main building block for hemicellulose
  • The acid-catalysed degradation of hemicellulose gives furfural, a specialty solvent in industry and a precursor to synthetic polymers
  • In animal medicine, used to test for malabsorption by administration in water after fasting
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS 58-86-6
Molecular Formula C5H10O5
Synonym Wood sugar

Specifications

Melting Point 155°C to 157°C (literature)
Quantity 1 kg
Solubility Information Soluble in water (clear,colorless solution), pyridin, and hot alcohol.
Formula Weight 150.13
Physical Form Powder

Safety and Handling

Recommended Storage Store at Room Temperature (15–30°C).
WARNING: Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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