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C7821

Curdlan

from Alcaligenes faecalis, ≥98% (TLC), solid

Synonym(s):

β-1,3-Glucan hydrate

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CAS Number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352200
NACRES:
NA.77
MDL number:
Form:
solid

CZK 10,100.00


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Product Name

Curdlan from Alcaligenes faecalis,

form

solid

Quality Segment

storage temp.

2-8°C

General description

Curdlan is an insoluble natural polymer with linear structure mainly produced by Alcaligenes faecalis. It is a dietary fiber with gelatin properties.

Application

Curdlan from Alcaligenes faecalis has been used:
  • for the stimulation of carp macrophages for regulation of differentially expressed genes[1]
  • to stimulate human intestinal epithelial cells for cytokine secretion[2]
  • to study its effect on transcriptional responses of inflammation/respiratory burst-associated genes in mouse alveolar macrophages by customized reverse transcription (RT)-PCR based arrays[3]
  • as a substrate in β-1,3–1,4-Glucanase activity assay[4]

Biochem/physiol Actions

Curdlan is a (1,3)-β-glucan. It is a pathogen-associated molecular-pattern (PAMP) recognized by the receptor dectin-1. Activation of dectin-1, together with TLR2/TLR6, promotes signaling resulting in the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, thus inducing inflammation.
Curdlan is used as a food additive in the food industry. It improves the elasticity and reduces the embrittling tendency of hydroxyapatite/chitosan scaffold, which aids in bone regeneration.

Preparation Note

For gelation at 70 °C, the concentration of the sodium hydroxide should be 0.01 M.
This product is tested for solubility in 0.1N sodium hydroxide at a concentration of 9.8 - 10.2 mg/mL. Heating and/or sonication are typically required for solubilization. This product is not sterile. For use in cell culture, stock solutions should be filter sterilized prior to use.

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Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

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WGK 3

flash_point_f

Not applicable

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ppe

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Questions

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  1. Why does the product needs to be stored at 4°C?

    1 answer
    1. We have studied this product and determined it should be stored between 2-8 degrees C.  

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  2. How can I solubilize Curdlan (C7821) for use in cell stimulation?

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    1. This product is tested for solubility in 0.1N sodium hydroxide at a concentration of 9.8 - 10.2 mg/mL. Heating and/or sonication are typically required for solubilization. This product is not sterile. For use in cell culture, stock solutions should be filter sterilized prior to use. Please see link below to a sample Certificate of Analysis for more information:
      https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/certificates/sapfs/PROD/sap/certificate_pdfs/COFA/Q14/C7821-5G0000231174.pdf

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  3. What is the Department of Transportation shipping information for this product?

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    1. Transportation information can be found in Section 14 of the product's (M)SDS.To access the shipping information for this material, use the link on the product detail page for the product.

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  4. Do you test to confirm that product C7821, Curdlan, has (1,3)-β-glucan linkages?

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    1. We do not test to confirm that C7821, Curdlan, has (1,3)-β-glucan linkages on a lot to lot basis. However, we have verified product authenticity in the past. Our manufacturing procedure is reported in literature as yielding Curdlan. In addition, C13-NMR, chromatography, and IR analyses results compared to literature and commercial control product proved that product is a (1,3)-β glucan polymer.

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