D(+)-Galactose, 99+%

Description

D-Galactose, CAS # 59-23-4, is a right-handed conformation of a monosaccharide that is grouped as an aldohexose, and the molecule may be useful in study of aging, inflammation, and metabolic disorders. | CAS: 59-23-4 | C₆H₁₂O₆

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General description

• Galactose is a monosaccharide and aldohexose found in most organisms
• Galactose is an epimer of glucose and can be converted to glucose through the Leloir pathway
• It also plays a role as a metabolite in mice and E. coli
• Galactose is less stable than glucose and rapid conversion often occurs
• Galactose may also be incorporated into glycoconjugates

Applications

• Metabolism of galactose may be relevant to the study of aging, inflammation, and metabolic disorders
• It is intended for a variety of applications from in vitro metabolic assays to HPLC

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 59-23-4
• Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
• MDL Number: MFCD00063833

• Melting Point: 165.0°C to 168.0°C
• Color: White
• Density: 6.2
• Infrared Spectrum: Authentic
• Assay Percent Range: 99+%
• Quantity: 100 g
• Beilstein: 31, 295
• Merck Index: 15, 4365
• Specific Rotation Condition: + 79.75 (20.00°C c=10,H2O,NH3)
• Specific Rotation: + 79.75
• Vapor Pressure: Negligible
• Formula Weight: 180.16
• Percent Purity: ≥99%
• Physical Form: Powder
• Chemical Name or Material: D(+)-Galactose

Safety and Handling

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only