Dextran 40, 100 g, plastic

Dextran 40 is used across pharmaceutical, biochemical, and research settings as a high molecular weight polysaccharide derived from glucose. Its molecular formula is C6H10O5 repeated 40 times, resulting in a molecular weight of approximately 40,000 g/mol. This dextran grade is characterized by a purity of 99% and is supplied in plastic containers with a net weight of 100 grams. Dextran 40 is known for its ability to increase the viscosity of solutions, making it useful as a blood plasma expander and in the production of certain vaccines. Additionally, it serves as a carrier for enzymes and drugs in various biochemical processes.

• CAS Number: 9004-54-0