6-O-a-Maltosyl-b-cyclodextrin

Molecular Biology / MB-Carbohydrates, Oligosaccharides

4°C

Highly Purified

This beta-cyclodextrin (β-CD) derivative is a functionalized cyclic oligosaccharide composed of seven glucose units, characterized by a hydrophilic exterior and a lipophilic cavity (bigger than α-CD and smaller than γ-CDs), which allows it to encapsulate various guest molecules. This structural feature facilitates its use in multiple applications, including pharmaceuticals, food enhancement, and cosmetics. In the pharmaceutical industry, it enhances the solubility and stability of poorly water-soluble drugs, improving their bioavailability and efficacy while also masking unpleasant tastes. The food sector utilizes it as a stabilizer for flavors, colors, and nutrients, extending shelf life by protecting sensitive ingredients from degradation. In cosmetics, it serves as a complexing agent for fragrances and active components, ensuring their stability and controlled release. Its use expands to many other fields, including nanotechnology for drug delivery systems, environmental remediation for extracting organic pollutants, textiles for slow-release fragrances, and analytical chemistry for chiral separation.

Synonyms:
Maltosyl-beta-cyclodextrin; alpha-Maltosyl-beta-cyclodextrin

CAS No:
104723-60-6

Molecular Formula:
C54H90O45

Molecular Weight:
1459.26

Smiles:
C([C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O1)O[C@@H]2[C@H](O[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]2O)O)OC[C@@H]3[C@@H]4[C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O3)O[C@@H]5[C@H](O[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]5O)O)O[C@@H]6[C@H](O[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]6O)O)O[C@@H]7[C@H](OC([C@@H]([C@H]7O)O)O[C@@H]8[C@H](O[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]8O)O)O[C@@H]9[C@H](O[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]9O)O)O[C@@H]1[C@H](O[C@H](O4)[C@@H]([C@H]1O)O)CO)CO)CO)CO)CO)CO)O)O)CO)O)O)O)O

Purity:
≥95%

Appearance:
White to off-white powder

Melting Point:
271-274°C

Identity (NMR):
Conforms to structure

Specific Rotatation ([a]20D):
+181.6º(c=0.5, H2O)

Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at 4°C. Stable for 6 months after receipt. Inert atmosphere.