D-Apiose (CAS 639-97-4)
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D-Apiose is a sugar involved in the synthesis of plant cell wall polysaccharides, particularly in the pectic substance apiogalacturonan. In research, D-apiose is of interest to plant biologists and chemists who study its role in plant growth and development, as well as its contribution to the structural integrity and bioactivity of cell walls. As a relatively rare sugar, it provides a model for understanding the biosynthesis and function of unusual sugars in plants. Investigations involving D-apiose also delve into its incorporation into glycosylated natural products, which are significant in plant defense mechanisms and signaling. Furthermore, researchers in the field of synthetic chemistry explore the chemical synthesis of D-apiose for the purpose of creating apiogalacturonan analogs, which can be used to study the interactions between cell wall components and other biological molecules.
D-Apiose (CAS 639-97-4) References
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Ordering Information
| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
D-Apiose, 2.5 mg | sc-285338 | 2.5 mg | $277.00 | |||
D-Apiose, 50 mg | sc-285338A | 50 mg | $1746.00 | |||
D-Apiose, 100 mg | sc-285338B | 100 mg | $3339.00 |