β-D-Galactose

• CAT Number: R041179
• CAS Number: 7296-64-2
• Molecular Formula: C6H12O6
• Molecular Weight: 180.16
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: β-D-Galactopyranose; β-(+)-Galactose; β-D-(+)-Galactose; β-Galactose
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (2R,3R,4S,5R,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O6/c7-1-2-3(8)4(9)5(10)6(11)12-2/h2-11H,1H2/t2-,3+,4+,5-,6-/m1/s1
• InChIKey: WQZGKKKJIJFFOK-FPRJBGLDSA-N
• SMILES: C(C1C(C(C(C(O1)O)O)O)O)O

β-D-Galactose(CAT: R041179) is a naturally occurring monosaccharide and a crucial carbohydrate in biological and biochemical research. As a key component of lactose, glycolipids, and glycoproteins, it plays an essential role in cellular processes, including energy metabolism, signaling, and structural functions. β-D-Galactose is widely utilized in studies of enzymatic activity, particularly galactosidase enzymes, and in the synthesis of glycoconjugates. Its high purity and reliable quality make it ideal for use in advanced research applications, including drug discovery, metabolic pathway analysis, and structural biology. β-D-Galactose is a vital resource for understanding complex carbohydrate functions and interactions.