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CAS 114-04-5

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Neuraminic acid

Description:
Neuraminic acid, with the CAS number 114-04-5, is a naturally occurring sialic acid, which is a family of nine-carbon sugars. It is characterized by its role as a component of glycoproteins and glycolipids, particularly in the context of cell recognition and signaling processes. Neuraminic acid features a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, and a five-membered ring structure, contributing to its biochemical reactivity and interactions. It is typically found in animal tissues and is involved in various biological functions, including immune response and pathogen recognition. The substance is also significant in the study of viral infections, as many viruses utilize neuraminic acid to attach to host cells. In terms of solubility, neuraminic acid is generally soluble in water due to its polar functional groups. Its derivatives are important in pharmaceutical and biotechnological applications, highlighting its relevance in both health and disease. Overall, neuraminic acid serves as a crucial molecule in biochemistry and molecular biology.
Formula:C9H17NO8
InChI:InChI=1S/C9H17NO8/c10-6(3(12)1-4(13)9(17)18)8(16)7(15)5(14)2-11/h3,5-8,11-12,14-16H,1-2,10H2,(H,17,18)/t3-,5+,6+,7+,8+/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=BQINXKOTJQCISL-GRCPKETISA-N
SMILES:[C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](CO)O)O)O)([C@H](CC(C(O)=O)=O)O)N
Synonyms:
  • 5-Amino-3,5-dideoxy-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</smallcap>-glycero-<smallcap>D</span>-galacto-2-nonulosonic acid
  • 5-amino-3,5-dideoxy-D-glycero-D-galacto-non-2-ulopyranosonic acid
  • 5-amino-3,5-dideoxy-D-glycero-beta-D-galacto-non-2-ulopyranosonic acid
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">D</smallcap>-glycero-<smallcap>D</span>-galacto-2-Nonulosonic acid, 5-amino-3,5-dideoxy-
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">D</smallcap>-glycero-<smallcap>D</span>-galacto-Nonulosonic acid, 5-amino-3,5-dideoxy-
  • D-Glycero-D-galacto-Nonulosonic acid, 5-amino-3,5-dideoxy-
  • Neuraminic acid
  • 5-Amino-3,5-dideoxy-D-glycero-D-galacto-2-nonulosonic acid
  • D-glycero-D-galacto-2-Nonulosonic acid, 5-amino-3,5-dideoxy-
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