L-(+)-Arabinose is the naturally occurring isomer and is a constituent of plant polysaccharides.
L-(+)-Arabinose is used as a substrate to identify, differentiate and characterize pentose sugar isomerase(s). L-Arabinose is used in the bioproduction of L-ribose.
L-Arabinose is the naturally occurring isomer and is a constituent of plant polysaccharides. Most bacteria contain an inducible arabinose operon that codes for a series of enzymes and transporters that allows L-arabinose to be used as the sole carbon source in microbial culture.
Purity: ≥98%
Key Applications: Substrate for pentose sugar isomerase, Bioproduction of L-ribose
Application Areas: Molecular biology, Quality control
Product Type: Biochemicals
Density: 1.585 g/mL (20°C)(lit.)
Melting Point: 152-165°C
Optical Rotation: (c=1, water) +100° to +110°
Presentation: White Powder
Format: Powder
Solubility: Freely soluble in water; Partially soluble in ethanol 90%.
Storage & Handling: Store at Room Temperature (15-30°C).