N-Acetyl-D-galactosamine (CAS 14215-68-0)
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GalNAc, short for N-Acetyl-D-Galactosamine, is a monosaccharide present in numerous proteins and glycoproteins. Derived from galactose, N-Acetyl-D-Galactosamine serves as a vital constituent within the human body, contributing to various biochemical processes. Moreover, N-Acetyl-D-Galactosamine holds great significance in scientific research due to its versatile applications in laboratory experiments.. As a widely employed reagent in scientific research, N-Acetyl-D-Galactosamine facilitates the examination of protein structure, function, and cellular signaling processes. It serves as a substrate for enzymatic reactions and an inhibitor of specific enzymes. Additionally, N-Acetyl-D-Galactosamine aids in the study of carbohydrate metabolism and glycoproteins. Interactions between N-Acetyl-D-Galactosamine and proteins are thought to occur through hydrogen bonding and hydrophobic interactions. Furthermore, N-Acetyl-D-Galactosamine is believed to engage with glycosyltransferases, enzymes that catalyze the transfer of sugar molecules to proteins.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
N-Acetyl-D-galactosamine, 100 mg | sc-295641 | 100 mg | $20.00 | |||
N-Acetyl-D-galactosamine, 500 mg | sc-295641A | 500 mg | $56.00 | |||
N-Acetyl-D-galactosamine, 1 g | sc-295641B | 1 g | $102.00 |