For research use only. Not for therapeutic Use.
D-galactose (Cat No.:R052176) is a naturally occurring monosaccharide sugar that belongs to the hexose group. It is a component of lactose, a sugar found in milk, and is also present in various foods like fruits, vegetables, and legumes. D-galactose plays a vital role in energy metabolism and is involved in glycoprotein and glycolipid synthesis. It is converted into glucose within the body and serves as a source of energy. In addition to its physiological significance, D-galactose is used in research studies to investigate its effects on aging and potential health implications.
| Catalog Number | R052176 |
| CAS Number | 59-23-4 |
| Synonyms | (+)-Galactose; D-(+)-Galactose; Galactose; |
| Molecular Formula | C6H12O6 |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Target | Metabolic Enzyme/Protease |
| Storage | Room temperature |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexanal |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H12O6/c7-1-3(9)5(11)6(12)4(10)2-8/h1,3-6,8-12H,2H2/t3-,4+,5+,6-/m0/s1 |
| InChIKey | GZCGUPFRVQAUEE-KCDKBNATSA-N |
| SMILES | C(C(C(C(C(C=O)O)O)O)O)O |
