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1,6-Anhydro-D-galactose (CAS 644-76-8)

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Alternate Names:
1,6-anhydro-β-D-galactose; 1,6-anhydro-β-D-galactopyranose
Application:
1,6-Anhydro-D-galactose is a carbohydrate formed by alkaline hydrolysis of pheyl β-galactosides.
CAS Number:
644-76-8
Molecular Weight:
162.14
Molecular Formula:
C6H10O5
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1,6-Anhydro-D-galactose is a carbohydrate found in liquid smoke flavorings that is used as a tracer of the contribution of biomass burning to total atmospheric particulate matter. It can be formed by the alkaline hydrolysis of pheyl beta-galactosides. 1,6-Anhydro-D-galactose is a monosaccharide that can be found in a variety of carbohydrates, including glycoproteins, glycolipids, and polysaccharides. It is also an important intermediate in the synthesis of several other sugars, such as fructose, glucose, and mannose. In addition, it is used in the synthesis of enzymes, hormones, and other biological molecules. The mechanism of action of 1,6-Anhydro-D-galactose involves the formation of glycosidic bonds between two sugar molecules, as well as the formation of glycosyl ethers. It is used in the study of carbohydrate metabolism and carbohydrate-dependent processes.


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1,6-Anhydro-D-galactose, 500 mg

sc-213536
500 mg
$317.00