Properties
Description
3-Deoxy-3-fluoro-D-galactose is a galactose analog lacking a hydroxyl group and containing a fluorine atom at the C3 position, expected to be water-soluble and potentially useful in metabolic studies or as an enzyme probe.
Molecular Formula
C6H11FO
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
3-Deoxy-3-fluoro-D-galactose is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Boiling Point
503.2 °C at 760 mmHg
Applications
3-Deoxy-3-fluoro-D-galactose, a fluorinated galactose analog, can be explored for its ability to inhibit galactose metabolism or glycoconjugate synthesis.