| Bioactivity | Pro-xylane (Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol) is a biologically active C-glycoside in aqueous media, acts as an activator of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) biosynthesis. Pro-xylane is the first example of 'Green' chemical used in cosmetic[1]. |
| Name | Pro-xylane |
| CAS | 439685-79-7 |
| Formula | C8H16O5 |
| Molar Mass | 192.21 |
| Appearance | Liquid |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | Solution, -20°C, 2 years |
| Reference | [1]. Cavezza A, et al. Synthesis of Pro-Xylane: a new biologically active C-glycoside in aqueous media. Bioorg Med Chem Lett. 2009 Feb 1;19(3):845-9. |