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S9765

Sigma-Aldrich

Starch, soluble

ACS reagent

Synonym(s):

Soluble Starch

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
(C6H10O5)n
CAS Number:
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352201
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.21

biological source

potato

Quality Level

grade

ACS reagent

form

powder

ign. residue

≤0.4%

color

white

pH

5.0-7.0 (25 °C, 2% in solution)

mp

256 -258  °C ((493 - 496 °F ))

solubility

H2O: passes test

suitability

passes test for sensitivity as indicator

storage temp.

room temp

InChI

1S/C12H22O11/c13-1-3-5(15)6(16)9(19)12(22-3)23-10-4(2-14)21-11(20)8(18)7(10)17/h3-20H,1-2H2/t3-,4-,5-,6+,7-,8-,9-,10-,11+,12-/m1/s1

InChI key

GUBGYTABKSRVRQ-ASMJPISFSA-N

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Application

Starch, soluble has been used:
  • as a reference standard in amyloglucosidase activity assay
  • as a substrate for amylase activity in digestive system homogenates of fish
  • as a component of feed solution in simulated human intestinal redox model

Biochem/physiol Actions

Starch synthesised by plants is a polymer of amylose and amylopectin. Amylose is a linear polymer of glucose whereas amylopectin is a highly branched polymer. Starch is a renewable and biodegradable polymer and is widely used in starch nanoparticles (SNP) development. Starch has flexible structural properties and is modified and functionalized for pharmaceutical applications. Starch comprises of rapidly digestible starch (RDS), slowly digestible starch (SDS) and resistant starch (RS). Resistant starch improves metabolic profile, gut bacteria and has anti-diabetic functionality. Resistant starch has low glycemic index and helps in weight management. It may be effective in treating metabolic diseases and colon cancer.

Preparation Note

It is best practice to initially prepare a paste using 2 g of starch with a small amount of cold water and add to 100 mL of boiling water with stirring.
There should be no noticeable change in opalescence.

Other Notes

To gain a comprehensive understanding of our extensive range of Polysaccharides for your research, we encourage you to visit our Carbohydrates Category page.

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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Resistant starch regulates gut microbiota: structure, biochemistry and cell signalling
Yang X, et al.
Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry, 42(1), 306-318 (2017)
Yadong Zhao et al.
Polymers, 11(3) (2019-04-10)
Lignin fractions having different molecular weights and varied chemical structures isolated from kraft lignins of both softwood and hardwood via a sequential solvent fractionation technique were incorporated into a tunicate cellulose nanofibers (CNF)-starch mixture to prepare 100% bio-based composite films.
The intensification of amyloglucosidase-based saccharification by ultrasound
Oliveira HM, et al.
Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, 49(6), 128-136 (2018)
Preparation and application of starch nanoparticles for nanocomposites: A review
Le Corre D, et al.
Reactive and Functional Polymers, 85, 97-120 (2014)
A review of the chemical modification techniques of starch
Masina N, et al.
Carbohydrate Polymers, 157, 1226-1236 (2017)

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