Galactose is a monosaccharide. It contains six carbons and an aldehyde group and is classified as an aldose and a hexose.Both the D and L forms are found in nature. D-Galactose is commonly found in milk as part of the disaccharide lactose. L-Galactose is present in polysaccharides, such as agar.
We have recently developed plant source, Non-animal derived (NAD)D-galactose.
CAS Number:
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59-23-4 | |
Synonym:
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D(+)-Glactose,Galactose; brain sugar; d-galactose; D-Galactopyranose | |
Molecular Formula:
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C6H12O6 | |
Molecular Weight:
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180.16 | |
Appearance:
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white powder | |
Purity by HPLC:
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98% min |