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Thermo Scientific Chemicals D-(+)-Trehalose dihydrate, 99%
Description
D-(+)-Trehalose dihydrate is used as a food additive in many processed foods and pharmaceutical excipients. It is widely used as a direct replacement of conventional sweeteners and protects the cells from various environmental stresses. It finds application in the treatment of Huntington's disease and Parkinson's disease.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Soluble in water and hot alcohol.
Notes
Store in cool place. Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 97°C to 99°C |
| Assay Percent Range | 0.99 |
| Quantity | 5 g |
| Beilstein | 5322018 |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water and hot alcohol. |
| Formula Weight | 378.33 (342.29 Anhydrous) |
| Chemical Name or Material | D-(+)-Trehalose dihydrate |
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