D-Ribose, Fccv/ Aji 92 Standard, Sport Supplement

Formula: C5H10O5
Chemical structure:
Molecular weight: 150.13
CAS number: 50-69-1
Appearance: White or slightly yellow crystals or crystalline powder, reducing sugar.
Specific rotation -18.0 o ~ -22.0 o
State of solution: NLT 95.0%
Loss on drying( 60 oC, 3hrs): NMT 3.00%
Heavy metals: NMT 10 ppm
Lead: NMT 1 ppm
Assay: 97.0% ~ 102.0% by HPLC
Aerobic plate count: NMT 100 cfu/g
Pathogenic bacteria: Negative
Other saccharide: Not detectable

Function: D-Ribose is a nutritional supplement that has been around for a long time but has become one of the hottest supplements of late after new research on this very promising product. Ribose is a special carbohydrate that is used in the body for energy production in the cells as it plays a critical role in the production of ATP. ATP is what provides the energy needed for short burst of power movements during physical activity. Ribose is being used to help to strengthen muscles, including the heart, enhancing athletic performance, recovery from physical activity, and to increase energy levels.