Properties
Description
β-L-Xylopyranose is the L-enantiomer of xylopyranose, water-soluble and useful in comparative studies with its D-enantiomer in biological systems.
Molecular Formula
C5H10O5
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
β-L-Xylopyranose is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Applications
β-L-Xylopyranose, the L-enantiomer of xylose, can be used to study the stereospecificity of xylan-degrading enzymes from different sources.