Maltohexaose

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Maltohexaose is a linear oligosaccharide composed of six D-glucose units linked by α-(1,4)-glycosidic bonds. It is a key intermediate in the enzymatic hydrolysis of starch, falling within the class of maltodextrins. Maltohexaose is primarily used as a research standard for studying carbohydrate-active enzymes and in specific food formulations where a precise saccharide profile is required.