D(+)-Galactosamine Hydrochloride, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

D(+)-Galactosamine hydrochloride ((2R,3R,4R,5R)-2-amino-3,4,5,6-tetrahydroxyhexanal hydrochloride), CAS # 1772-03-8, is the salt of the amino sugar that acts as an RNA synthesis inhibitor in hepatocytes.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

General Description

• D-Galactosamine is a pyranose amino sugar with hepatotoxic traits

• It acts as an RNA synthesis inhibitor in hepatocytes

• It promotes adherence of polymorphonuclear leukocytes to endothelial cells, increasing superoxide production

Applications

• D-Galactosamine can be used as a hepatotoxic in experimental in vitro models when in combination with LPS

• It is suitable for a range of biochemical laboratory applications

Specifications

• Color: White
• Ignition Residue: 1% max.
• Infrared Spectrum: Authentic
• Assay Percent Range: 99%
• Packaging: Glass bottle
• Quantity: 5 g
• Specific Rotation Condition: +96° (20°C 589nm c=1,H₂O,24 hr.)
• Specific Rotation: +93° to +99° (20°C, 589nm) (c=1, H2O), after 24 hrs.
• Formula Weight: 215.64
• Percent Purity: ≥98.5%
• Physical Form: Fine Crystalline Powder
• Chemical Name or Material: D(+)-Galactosamine hydrochloride

Safety and Handling

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only