D-Ribose 5-phosphate barium salt hexahydrate

CAS 15673-79-7C5H9BaO8P · 6H2OBiochemicals & Reagents

D-Ribose 5-phosphate barium salt hexahydrate (CAS: 15673-79-7) is a biochemical compound with the formula C5H9BaO8P · 6H2O and a molecular weight of 473.51 g/mol. Supplied as a white to off-white solid, this substance is primarily utilised in biochemical research. It serves as a crucial substrate for enzymatic studies and for investigating cellular metabolic pathways, particularly those involving carbohydrate metabolism.

IUPAC: R-5-P-Ba

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D-Ribose 5-phosphate barium salt hexahydrate (C5H9BaO8P · 6H2O) — chemical structure, CAS 15673-79-7; Life Science, fine chemical supplied by Tech Serve Solutions

Biochemicals and ReagentsCarbohydratesMonosaccharide

01 /Applications

Enzyme Substrate

D-Ribose 5-phosphate barium salt hexahydrate functions as a substrate for identifying and characterising enzymes such as ribose-5-phosphate isomerase and phosphopentomutase.

Biochemical Research

It is employed in both in vivo and in vitro studies to investigate the processes and effects of glycation, a key factor in various biological and pathological conditions.

Metabolic Pathway Analysis

This compound aids in the study of carbohydrate metabolism and related cellular pathways, contributing to a deeper understanding of biochemical processes.

02 /Properties

Molecular weight	473.51
Empirical formula	C5H9BaO8P · 6H2O
Assay	≥99.0% (TLC)
Optical activity	[α]20/D +12±2°, c = 1% in 0.2 M HCl
Storage temperature	2-8°C
Application	D-Ribose 5-phosphate is used as a substrate to identify, differentiate and characterize ribose-5-phosphate isomerase(s) and phosphopentomutase(s). Ribose 5-phosphate is used to study the processes and effects of glycation in vivo and in vitro.

03 /Safety & handling

GHS hazard pictogram: Harmful / irritant (GHS07) — Harmful / irritant

Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H332Harmful if inhaled

Water hazard class (WGK, DE)	1
Hazard codes (EU)	Xn
Risk statements (R)	20/22
Safety statements (S)	28

Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.

04 /Identifiers & registry

CAS number

15673-79-7

MDL number

MFCD00149441

Beilstein registry

3781061

05 /Quality & supply

Documentation

Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.

Supply & logistics

Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.

06 /Frequently asked questions

What is D-Ribose 5-phosphate barium salt hexahydrate used for?

It is used as a substrate in biochemical research for identifying and characterising specific enzymes, and for studying the processes and effects of glycation.

What is the CAS number and formula for D-Ribose 5-phosphate barium salt hexahydrate?

The CAS number is 15673-79-7, and the empirical formula is C5H9BaO8P · 6H2O.

What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?

Tech Serve Solutions supplies D-Ribose 5-phosphate barium salt hexahydrate with an assay of ≥99.0% (TLC). TSS does not represent this product as USP, BP, EP, or other pharmacopoeial grades.

How should D-Ribose 5-phosphate barium salt hexahydrate be handled and stored?

This compound is harmful if swallowed and harmful if inhaled (H302-H332). It should be handled with appropriate personal protective equipment and stored at 2-8°C.

Can Tech Serve Solutions export D-Ribose 5-phosphate barium salt hexahydrate?

Yes, Tech Serve Solutions is a specialist global supplier and exporter of fine chemicals, and can arrange export of D-Ribose 5-phosphate barium salt hexahydrate.