D-(+)-Xylose, CAS 58-86-6

Formulation: A crystalline solid

Formal Name: 2R,3S,4R,5-tetrahydroxypentanal

Purity: ≥95%

Formula Markup: C5H10O5

Formula Weight: 150,1

Shelf life (days): 1460

CAS Number: 58-86-6

Notes: D-(+)-Xylose is a monosaccharide.{61229} It is enzymatically converted to various intermediates, which are utilized as carbon sources for energy production via several metabolic pathways, including the pentose phosphate and Dahms pathways, by a variety of microorganisms.{61230} D-(+)-Xylose has commonly been used as a starting material in the commercial biosynthesis of the non-caloric sweetener xylitol, as well as biofuels, such as ethanol.{61231}

• SKU: CAY33236-250
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 33236-250
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 250 g
• Quantity Unit: STK