D-(+)-Galactose PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Synonym:  Galactose
Linear Formula:  C6H12O6
Molecular Weight:  180.16 g/mol
CAS Number: 59-23-4

Properties

Water Solubility Soluble
Assay Purity >=99 %
B pt. 232.96°C
M pt. 168-170 °C
Density 1.500 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

GHS Pictogram
HS Code 29400000
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids

Description

Application
D-Galactose is used in microbiology biochemistry and cell culture research as a carbon source and for studying carbohydrate metabolism.

Purpose
Its primary purpose is to provide energy and serve as a building block for the synthesis of glycoproteins glycolipids and other biologically important molecules.

General Description
D-Galactose is a naturally occurring six-carbon monosaccharide (simple sugar) with the formula CHO and is a component of lactose found in milk.