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Cat. No.: MAL8-1k-95 (for 1g, 95% purity)

Cat. No.: MAL8-1k-98 (for 1g, 98% purity)

Cat. No.: MAL8-10k-95 (for 10g, 95% purity)

Cat. No.: MAL8-10k-98 (for 10g, 98% purity)

Description

Maltooctaose, represented as (Glcα1,4)₇Glc, is a carbohydrate composed of eight glucose units linked by α-1,4-glycosidic bonds. It belongs to the family of maltodextrins, which are oligosaccharides derived from the partial hydrolysis of starch. Maltooctaose is a higher-order member of the maltose series, with its structure extending beyond simpler forms like maltose (2 glucose units) and maltotriose (3 glucose units).

Key Features and Applications:

• Biochemical Research: Maltooctaose is used as a substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly for enzymes like α-amylase and β-amylase, which break down starch and glycogen.

• Food Science: It is studied for its role in carbohydrate metabolism and its potential applications in food products as a source of slow-releasing energy.

• Structural Studies: Its defined structure makes it useful for understanding the properties of polysaccharides and their interactions with other biomolecules.

Maltooctaose is typically available as a white powder and is soluble in water. It is a valuable tool in research and industrial applications related to carbohydrate chemistry and enzymology.

CAS Number: 6156-84-9 

Molecular Formula: C48H82O41

Molecular Weight: 1315.16

Purity: 95%, 98%

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