Methyl b-D-arabinopyranoside (CAS 5328-63-2)
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Methyl b-D-arabinopyranoside is employed in research focusing on carbohydrate chemistry and biochemistry. The compound is used as a model substance to study the behavior of glycosidic bonds under various chemical conditions, which is fundamental for understanding the stability and breakdown of carbohydrates. In enzymology, it serves as a substrate to examine the specificity and kinetics of glycosidases, enzymes that cleave the glycosidic linkages in sugars. Additionally, it is utilized in the synthesis of more complex oligosaccharides, which are of significance in studying carbohydrate-protein interactions and the role of carbohydrates in cell recognition and signaling. Methyl b-D-arabinopyranoside is also a useful tool for the preparation of carbohydrate-based materials, which might have potential applications in the design of biocompatible surfaces and novel delivery systems.
Methyl b-D-arabinopyranoside (CAS 5328-63-2) References
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Methyl b-D-arabinopyranoside, 1 g | sc-286290 | 1 g | $77.00 | |||
Methyl b-D-arabinopyranoside, 2 g | sc-286290A | 2 g | $208.00 |