Properties
Molecular Weight
1297.2+n∙158.2
Molecular Formula
C48H80-nO40∙(C4H8O3SNa)n
Degree of Polymerization
4
Form
White to slight yellow powder
Impurities
4-Hydroxybutane-1-sulfonic acid sodium salt, bis(4-sulfobutyl) ether disodium, residual gamma-cyclodextrin
Solubility
Sulfobutylated-γ cyclodextrin sodium salt (DS 4) is readily soluble in water, slightly soluble in acetone, and slightly soluble in methanol at 25°C.
Applications
Sulfobutylated-γ cyclodextrin sodium salt (DS 4) can be used for its ability to control the release of flavors or active ingredients in food research.