Molecular structure of N-Acetyl-L-fucosamine
N-Acetyl-L-fucosamine
Alternate Names:
2-Acetamido-2,6-dideoxy-L-galactose
Molecular Weight:
205.21
Molecular Formula:
C8H15NO5
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N-Acetyl-L-fucosamine is a derivative of the monosaccharide fucose. N-Acetyl-L-fucosamine is studied for its role in the biosynthesis of glycoproteins and glycolipids. Fucose and its derivatives are important components of many complex biomolecules that participate in cell signaling, immune response, and cell adhesion processes. Understanding how N-Acetyl-L-fucosamine is incorporated into these structures can provide insights into cellular communication. In material science, N-Acetyl-L-fucosamine can be utilized in the development of biocompatible materials. In biotechnology, N-Acetyl-L-fucosamine is the production of bioactive materials.
N-Acetyl-L-fucosamine References
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
N-Acetyl-L-fucosamine, 1 mg | sc-480188 | 1 mg | $835.00 |