Dextran 250, 100 g

Dextran 250 is supplied with defined handling requirements for laboratory use. This dextran has an identity as a polysaccharide and belongs to the class of glycans. Its molecular formula is C6H10O5, and it possesses a molecular weight of 250 kDa. Dextran 250 is a branched polymer of glucose units, serving as a carrier for various biomolecules in biological systems. It is commonly used as a blood plasma volume expander due to its high water-holding capacity. Additionally, it is utilized in the production of fermentation media and as a stabilizer in food products. This specific dextran is offered at a purity of 99%, in a 100g pack, presented as a white powder.

• CAS Number: 9004-54-0