D-Galacturonic acid monohydrate

SKU: orb1984130

Description

D-Galacturonic acid monohydrate is a naturally occurring sugar acid widely used in biochemical research. It serves as a key substrate and model compound for studying pectin metabolism, enzyme kinetics (e.g., polygalacturonase), and carbohydrate chemistry in both in vitro assays and in vivo microbial systems.

Research Area

Metabolism Research

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 685-73-4
• MW: 194.14
• Formula: C₆H₁₀O₇
• SMILES: [C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C=O)O)O)([C@@H](C(O)=O)O)O
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

84740