Maltose (High purity) [69-79-4]

Biological Activity

Maltose is a disaccharide formed from two units of glucose joined with an α(1→4) bond, a reducing sugar. Maltose monohydrate can be used as a energy source for bacteria.

Chemical Information

Molecular Weight	342.3
Formula	C12H22O11
CAS Number	69-79-4
Form	Solid
Solubility (25°C)	Water 110 mg/mL
Storage	Powder          -20°C   3 years ;  4°C   2 years In solvent       -80°C   6 months ;  -20°C   1 month

References

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[2] Yaowen Wu, et al. J Sci Food Agric. Crystallization and strength analysis of amorphous maltose and maltose/whey protein isolate mixtures

[3] Masaya Moriwaki, et al. J Dermatol. Case of anaphylaxis to maltose solution

[4] Eriko Takayama, et al. Allergol Int. Anaphylaxis caused by maltose solution

[5] P M Palevsky, et al. Ann Intern Med. Maltose-induced hyponatremia