2478-35-5

Basic information

• Product Name: cellohexaose
• Synonyms: cellohexaose;D-Cellohexaose;O-β-D-Glucopyranosyl-(1-4)-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1-4)-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1-4)-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1-4)-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1-4)-D-glucose
• CAS NO: 2478-35-5
• Molecular Formula: C₃₆H₆₂O₃₁
• Molecular Weight: 990.855
• Product Categories: Oligosaccharides
• Mol File: 2478-35-5.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 275-278°C dec.
• Boiling Point: 1377.6°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 406.2°C
• Appearance: White to off-white/Powder
• Density: 1.84g/cm³
• Storage Temp.: -20°C Freezer
• PKA: 12.39±0.20(Predicted)
• Sensitive: Hygroscopic
• Stability: Stable at RT
• CAS DataBase Reference: cellohexaose(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: cellohexaose(2478-35-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: cellohexaose(2478-35-5)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 2478-35-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Cellohexaose, also known as D-(+)-Cellohexose, is a compound with the CAS number 2478-35-5. It is a white solid and is useful in organic synthesis. Cellohexaose is a type of carbohydrate that is composed of six glucose units linked together. It is a part of the cellulose structure, which is a complex polysaccharide found in the cell walls of plants.

Uses

Used in Organic Synthesis:
Cellohexaose is used as a building block in organic synthesis for the creation of various complex organic compounds. Its ability to be a part of the cellulose structure makes it a valuable component in the synthesis of bio-based materials and chemicals.
Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
Cellohexaose can be used as a component in the development of pharmaceuticals, particularly those targeting the glycobiology field. It can be used to study the interactions between carbohydrates and proteins, which is crucial for understanding various biological processes and developing new therapeutic strategies.
Used in Material Science:
In the material science industry, cellohexaose can be utilized in the development of bio-based materials, such as biodegradable plastics and composites. Its presence in cellulose makes it a potential candidate for creating sustainable and eco-friendly materials.
Used in Research and Development:
Cellohexaose is also used in research and development for studying the structure and function of cellulose and other complex carbohydrates. This knowledge can be applied to improve our understanding of plant cell walls, develop new methods for biomass conversion, and create innovative materials with unique properties.

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Relevant articles and documents

Enzymatic synthesis of cellulose II-like substance via cellulolytic enzyme-mediated transglycosylation in an aqueous medium

The enzymatic synthesis of cellulose-like substance via a non-biosynthetic pathway has been achieved by transglycosylation in an aqueous system of the corresponding substrate, cellotriose for cellulolytic enzyme endo-acting endoglucanase I (EG I) from Hypocrea jecorina. A significant amount of water-insoluble product precipitated out from the reaction system. MALDI-TOF mass analysis showed that the resulting precipitate had a degree of polymerization (DP) of up to 16 from cellotriose. Solid-state 13C NMR spectrum of the resulting water-insoluble product revealed that all carbon resonance lines were assigned to two kinds of anhydroglucose residues in the corresponding structure of cellulose II. X-ray diffraction (XRD) measurement as well as 13C NMR analysis showed that the crystal structure corresponds to cellulose II with a high degree of crystallinity. We propose the multiple oligomers form highly crystalline cellulose II as a result of self-assembly via oligomer-oligomer interaction when they precipitate.