L-Xylose, 99%

Name: L-Xylose, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000874

About L-Xylose, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies L-Xylose in Biochemistry grade, a synthetic reagent registered under CAS number 609-06-3, specified at 99% purity. Formula C5H10O5, molecular weight 150.13 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2S,3R,4S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentanal. It is also known as L-(−)-Xylose or L(+)-Xylose.

In its supplied form it is white to off-white crystalline or crystalline powder or chunks. Literature values give a melting point of 150-152 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, reaction development and medicinal chemistry. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

We offer L-Xylose in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Xylose, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000874
CAS Number	609-06-3
IUPAC name	(2S,3R,4S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentanal
Molecular formula	C₅H₁₀O₅
Molecular weight	150.13 g/mol
Exact mass	150.0528
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29400000
InChIKey	PYMYPHUHKUWMLA-WISUUJSJSA-N
SMILES	C([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](C=O)O)O)O)O
PubChem CID	95259

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline or crystalline powder or chunks
Melting point	150-152 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 5
TPSA	98 Å²
Synonyms	L-(−)-Xylose, L(+)-Xylose, L-xylo-pentose, aldehydo-L-xylose, Xylose, L-, GlyTouCan:G41915IH, L-Xyl, L(-)-Xylose, L-(+)-xylose

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-Xylose, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Xylose, 99% is 609-06-3. It is also known as L-(−)-Xylose, L(+)-Xylose, L-xylo-pentose.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Xylose, 99%?

L-Xylose, 99% has the molecular formula C5H10O5 and a molecular weight of 150.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S,3R,4S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentanal.

Which grade and pack sizes of L-Xylose, 99% can I order?

We supply L-Xylose, 99% in Biochemistry (99%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Xylose, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of L-Xylose, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can L-Xylose, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. L-Xylose, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.