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293848

L-Lyxose

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£306.00

SKU:
293848
Molecular Weight:
150.13
Purity:
≥98%
Storage Conditions:
4°C
Supplier:
United States Biological
CAS Number:
1949-78-6
Format:
White to off-white solid
Extra Details:
Starting material for chiral-pool based organic synthesis. L-Lyxose is the enantiomer of D-Lyxose, a monosaccharide and a reducing carbohydrate present in maple syrup. It is used in molecular modeling calculations in the study of drug binding and recognition in relation to aldose reductase. L-Lyxose is also utilized by E. coli, encoding a kinase for L-Xylulose. Synonyms: Aldehydo-L-lyxose; L-lyxo-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxy-valeraldehyde; L-(+)-Lyxose; D-aldotriose CAS No: 1949-78-6 Molecular Formula: C₅H₁₀O₅ Molecular Weight: 150.13 Appearance: White to off-white solid Purity: ≥98% Melting Point: 108-130°C Solubility: Methanol (Slightly, Heated), Water (Slightly) Storage and Stability: Store at 4°C. Hygroscopic. Keep tightly closed and desiccated.
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