L-Galactose

SKU: orb1705740

Description

L-Galactose is a naturally occurring monosaccharide found in plants and animals. It serves as a key biosynthetic intermediate, notably in the pathway converting D-glucose to oxalic acid in species like Pistia stratiotes, making it relevant for research in plant metabolism and in vitro biochemical studies.

Research Area

Metabolism Research, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 15572-79-9
• MW: 180.156
• Purity: 99.83% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
• SMILES: O=C[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)CO
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite,Vitamin
• Solubility: H2O:122.5 mg/mL (679.95 mM);DMSO:3.85 mg/mL (21.37 mM)

Storage & Handling

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

Alternative Names

EndogenousMetabolite, Galactose, L-, Endogenous Metabolite, L-Galactose

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

84996