Properties
Description
β-D-Galactopyranose is a six-carbon aldose sugar with a specific stereochemistry, highly water-soluble and a fundamental component in biological systems and biochemical studies.
Molecular Formula
C6H12O6
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
β-D-Galactopyranose is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Applications
β-D-Galactopyranose, a fundamental monosaccharide, serves as a building block in the synthesis of lactose and various glycosphingolipids.