Maltotriose is a plant-derived glucose oligomer used as a carbohydrate standard and research reagent in analytical and biochemical workflows.
Maltotriose, catalogue No. M8378, is a plant-derived (1→4)-linked glucose oligomer supplied by Sigma-Aldrich (Merck). The product is specified as ≥90% (HPLC) and is provided as a white powder. Maltotriose is commonly used as a carbohydrate standard in analytical workflows and as a research reagent in biochemical and microbiological studies. It dissolves in water and can be prepared as aqueous solutions according to the requirements of the validated method or protocol.
Advantages
- Assay ≥90% (HPLC) for analytical and research use.
- Plant-derived maltotriose with defined identity and traceability.
- Powder form supports accurate weighing and flexible solution preparation.
- Water-soluble (reported as clear, colorless solution at 50 mg/mL).
- Suitable as a carbohydrate standard and research reagent.
Technical specifications
| Product name | Maltotriose, ≥90% (HPLC) |
| Catalogue number | M8378 |
| Brand | Sigma-Aldrich (Merck) |
| Empirical formula | C18H32O16 |
| CAS number | 1109-28-0 |
| EC number | 214-174-2 |
| Molecular weight | 504.44 |
| Assay | ≥90% (HPLC) |
| Biological source | Plant |
| Form | Powder |
| Color | White |
| Melting point | 132–135 °C |
| Solubility | Water: 50 mg/mL, clear, colorless |
| Storage temperature | Room temperature |
| Quality level | 200 |
| Brand | Merck |
