Properties
Description
UDP-glucose is a nucleotide sugar composed of uridine diphosphate and glucose, water-soluble and a crucial intermediate in glycogen synthesis and other glucose transfer reactions.
Molecular Formula
C15H24NO17P2
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
UDP-glucose is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Applications
UDP-glucose is a key intermediate in glycogen synthesis and other glycosylation reactions, making it valuable for studying carbohydrate metabolism.