Mannan refers to a plant polysaccharide that is a linear polymer of the sugar mannose. Plant mannans have beta(1-4) linkages. It is a form of storage polysaccharide. Ivory nut is a source of mannan. Mannan may also refer to a cell wall polysaccharide found in yeasts. This type of mannan has a alpha(1-6) linked backbone and alpha(1-2) and alpha(1-3) linked branches. It is serologically similar to structures found on mammalian glycoproteins. Detection of mannan leads to lysis in the mannan-binding lectin pathway. This mannan is the source of MOS used as prebiotics in animal husbandry and nutritional supplements. Arabinose: As Reported Xylose: As Reported Glucose: As Reported Galactose: As Reported Storage and Stability: Powder may be stored at 4C. Stable for 6 months after receipt
Purity:
98%
Form:
Supplied as a white to off-white powder
CAS Number:
[37251-47-1]
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