Product Name
Alpha Cyclodextrin
Other Name
α-cyclodextrin, cyclomaltohexaose
Appearance
White powder, insipid, innocent.
Grade
Pharma grade, food grade, industry grade.
Package
500g/bag, 1kg/bag, 25kg/drum or customized.
Product Description
Alpha-cyclodextrin (α-CD) is a cyclic oligosaccharide composed of six glucose units linked by α-1,4 glycosidic bonds. It is derived from starch and is widely used in various industries due to its ability to form inclusion complexes with hydrophobic compounds, enhancing their solubility, stability, and bioavailability. Alpha-cyclodextrin is utilized in applications ranging from pharmaceutical formulations, where it improves drug delivery and stability, to food and cosmetic products for its stabilizing and flavor-enhancing properties. Its safety profile and ability to encapsulate a range of active ingredients make α-CD a versatile ingredient in both industrial and research settings.
Applications
medical, food, industry.
Molecular Formula
C36H60O30
Solubility
water: >10 g Methanol: <1.0g dmso:=>10 g