D-(+)-Xylose, >=99%

Application

D-(+)-Xylose has been used:as one of the component to stimulate microbial activityfor the enhancement of biofilm formationas a part of biochemical tests for the identification of B. cereus groupfor substrate screening characterization

Biochem/physiol Actions

Estimation of xylose in the urine after oral administration, is useful in diagnosing absorption of carbohydrates and malabsorption of non-pancreatic molecules. Xylose plays a significant role in the biologically conversion of plant biomass to fuels and chemicals.

General description

Xylose is a five-carbon sugar that contributes to lignocellulose in plants. Xylose is predominantly found in hardwoods and agricultural residues.

Packaging

500 g in poly bottle

10 mg in glass bottle

1 kg in poly bottle

Quality

White to off-white.