L-Galacturonic acid is a naturally occurring uronic acid, primarily found in the pectin of plant cell walls. It is a white, crystalline solid that is soluble in water, exhibiting a slightly acidic nature due to the presence of carboxylic acid groups. This compound plays a crucial role in the structural integrity of plant tissues and is involved in various biological processes. L-Galacturonic acid is a key component in the synthesis of pectin, which is widely used in the food industry as a gelling agent, thickener, and stabilizer. Its chemical structure features a six-carbon backbone with hydroxyl groups that contribute to its reactivity and ability to form hydrogen bonds. Additionally, L-galacturonic acid has potential applications in pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals due to its antioxidant properties and ability to modulate gut health. As a derivative of galactose, it is also important in carbohydrate metabolism and can be utilized in various biochemical pathways.

L-GALACTURONIC ACID

108729-78-8: L-Galacturonic acid is a naturally occurring uronic acid, primarily found in the pectin of plant cell walls. It is a white, crystalline solid that is soluble in water, exhibiting a slightly acidic nature due to the presence of carboxylic acid groups. This compound plays a crucial role in the structural integrity of plant tissues and is involved in various biological processes. L-Galacturonic acid is a key component in the synthesis of pectin, which is widely used in the food industry as a gelling agent, thickener, and stabilizer. Its chemical structure features a six-carbon backbone with hydroxyl groups that contribute to its reactivity and ability to form hydrogen bonds. Additionally, L-galacturonic acid has potential applications in pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals due to its antioxidant properties and ability to modulate gut health. As a derivative of galactose, it is also important in carbohydrate metabolism and can be utilized in various biochemical pathways.

<p>L-Galacturonic acid is an acidic polysaccharide that is a constituent of many plants, especially in the cell walls of pectin. L-Galacturonic acid has biochemical properties, such as growth factor activity and anticoagulant properties. It also has nucleophilic properties, which means it can be used to extract other substances. The chemical structures of L-galacturonic acid are C6H8O7 with hydroxyl groups on both carbons 1 and 4. The hydroxyl group on carbon 1 makes it a good reactant for nucleophilic attack by sodium carbonate. This reaction increases the number of negative charges on the molecule, which make it a good carbohydrate chemistry reagent. L-Galacturonic acid is not soluble in water but can be dissolved in hydrochloric acid or sodium carbonate solution. It is not toxic when ingested orally and has been shown to have anti-coagulant properties in</p>

CAS 108729-78-8

L-GALACTURONIC ACID

L-Galacturonic acid

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