An osmolyte, chemical chaperone, and inducer of autophagy.
Synonym: α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-glucopyranoside, α,α-Trehalose
Molecular Weight: 378.33 g/mol
Molecular Formula: C12H22O11•2H2O
CAS: 6138-23-4
Purity: 98%
Storage: RT
Solubility: Soluble in water (100 mg/ml), and hot alcohol.
Source: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Appearance: Solid
Boiling Point : 675.4°C at 760 mmHg (Predicted)
Melting Point: 97-99°C
RTECS Number: LZ5776547