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a-D-glucoheptose (CAS 6946-18-5)

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Alternate Names:
D-Glycero-D-glucoheptose
CAS Number:
6946-18-5
Molecular Weight:
210.18
Molecular Formula:
C7H14O7
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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a-D-glucoheptose is extensively studied within the realm of carbohydrate chemistry, particularly in exploring its role in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates. This sugar compound is fundamental in research aimed at understanding the structural diversity of carbohydrates and their biological significance. a-D-glucoheptose′s ability to form various glycosidic linkages makes it useful in the study of enzymatic processes that govern carbohydrate assembly in natural systems. Additionally, it is used in the synthesis of heptose-containing polymers that are investigated for their potential applications in materials science, such as biodegradable materials. The research on a-D-glucoheptose also contributes to the broader understanding of sugar metabolism and the biochemical pathways involved in cellular processes.


a-D-glucoheptose (CAS 6946-18-5) References

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  3. Quantitative Determination of Sorbitol in Raisins and Dietetic Foods by Gas-Liquid Partition Chromatography  |  Fernandez-Flores, E., & Blomquist, V. H. 1973. Journal of the Association of Official Analytical Chemists. 56(5): 1267-1269.

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a-D-glucoheptose, 100 mg

sc-358784
100 mg
$175.00