glycogen

Glycogen is a biochemical reagent that can be used as a biomaterial for life science related research and as a sulfonylation reagent for organic synthesis and drug discovery.

Alpha-D-glucose hydrate is a monosaccharide and the most common form of glucose, playing a vital role in energy metabolism as the primary energy source for many cells. It is also a building block of larger carbohydrates such as starch and glycogen. The α prefix refers to the orientation of the hydroxyl group attached to the first carbon atom. In solution, alpha-D-glucose exists as a hydrate, bound to water molecules.

Poly(ethylene glycol) tetrahydrofurfuryl ether is a liquid glycogen substance capable of easily transforming into a gel system with exceptional elasticity. This property makes it an effective medium for dissolving water-insoluble active molecules.

Lysosomal α-Glucosidase (EC:3.2.1.20) is a gamma-amylase specifically acting on glycogen as well as various natural and synthetic oligosaccharides.