Inulin, Bioreagent

Typical Properties
CAS	9005-80-5
Catalog	ACM9005805-7
Molecular Weight	504.43708 g/mol
Melting Point	176-181 °C
Density	1.35 g/cm3
Solubility	Soluble in hot water and solutions of dilute acids and alkalis; slightly soluble in cold water and organic solvents.
Appearance	Powder
Storage	Room Temp
Biological Source	Plant (chicory)
Composition	C18H32O16
Grade	Bioreagent
MDL Number	MFCD00131407
Quality Level	200
Shipping	Ambient

Overview

Description

Inulin molecule is a linear linear polysaccharide composed of D-fructofuranose molecules connected by β (2→1) bonds, and glucose molecules are often located at the end of each fructose chain. Inulin has a degree of polymerization (DP) of 2-60. The degree of polymerization and the presence of branching are important attributes affecting the functionality of inulin, including solubility, thermostability, sweetness, and probiotic activity. Due to the existence of β(2→1) bonds in the fructose monomer, inulin polysaccharides can resist the hydrolysis of digestive enzymes in the human digestive tract and will not be digested like typical carbohydrates.

Features

·Strong hygroscopicity, good water solubility
·Prominent physiological function
·Excellent food processing properties
·High purity

Application

·Biochemical research: culture medium, kidney function diagnosis
·Food processing, functional health food
·Used in medicine to test the glomerular filtration capacity of the kidneys