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CAS 82494-08-4

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N-octyl B-D-maltoside

Description:
N-octyl β-D-maltoside is a non-ionic surfactant commonly used in biochemistry and molecular biology applications. It is characterized by its amphiphilic nature, possessing both hydrophilic (water-attracting) and hydrophobic (water-repelling) properties due to its maltoside structure and octyl chain. This compound facilitates the solubilization of membrane proteins and other hydrophobic molecules in aqueous solutions, making it valuable in protein purification and stabilization processes. N-octyl β-D-maltoside is typically a white to off-white powder or solid, and it is soluble in water, forming micelles at higher concentrations. Its critical micelle concentration (CMC) is an important property, as it indicates the concentration at which micelles begin to form. Additionally, it is generally considered to be mild and non-toxic, which is advantageous for biological applications. The compound is also stable under a range of pH conditions, making it suitable for various experimental setups. Overall, N-octyl β-D-maltoside is a versatile reagent in biochemical research.
Formula:C20H38O11
InChI:InChI=1/C20H38O11/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-28-19-17(27)15(25)18(12(10-22)30-19)31-20-16(26)14(24)13(23)11(9-21)29-20/h11-27H,2-10H2,1H3/t11-,12-,13-,14+,15-,16-,17-,18-,19-,20-/m1/s1
InChI key:MASIZQYHVMQQKI-OIIXUNCGSA-N
SMILES:CCCCCCCCO[C@H]1[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O1)CO)O[C@@H]2[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O2)CO)O)O)O)O)O
Synonyms:
  • Octyl maltopyranoside
  • n-Octyl-beta-D-maltopyranoside
  • beta-D-Glucopyranoside, octyl 4-O-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-
  • octyl 4-O-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-beta-D-glucopyranoside
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