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CAS 1824-94-8

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Methyl beta-D-galactopyranoside

Description:
Methyl beta-D-galactopyranoside is a glycoside, specifically a methyl ether of the sugar galactose. It is characterized by its molecular structure, which includes a galactopyranose ring with a methoxy group (-OCH3) attached to the anomeric carbon in the beta configuration. This compound is typically a white crystalline solid and is soluble in water due to the presence of hydroxyl groups, which can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules. Methyl beta-D-galactopyranoside is often used in biochemical research, particularly in studies involving carbohydrate interactions, enzyme assays, and as a substrate for various glycosyltransferases. Its sweetness and low toxicity make it suitable for use in food applications as well. Additionally, it can serve as a model compound for studying the properties of oligosaccharides and polysaccharides. The compound is stable under normal conditions but may undergo hydrolysis in the presence of strong acids or bases.
Formula:C7H14O6
InChI:InChI=1S/C7H14O6/c1-12-7-6(11)5(10)4(9)3(2-8)13-7/h3-11H,2H2,1H3/t3-,4+,5+,6-,7-/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=HOVAGTYPODGVJG-VOQCIKJUSA-N
SMILES:C(O)[C@H]1O[C@@H](OC)[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@H]1O
Synonyms:
  • (3R,4R,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-methoxy-tetrahydropyran-3,4,5-triol
  • 1-O-Methyl-β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-galactopyranoside
  • Galactopyranoside, methyl, beta-D- (8CI)
  • Galactopyranoside, methyl, β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-
  • Methyl beta-D-galactopyranoside, methyl, beta-D-
  • Methyl beta-galactoside
  • Methyl beta-galactoside (VAN)
  • Methyl galactoside
  • Methyl β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-galactopyranoside
  • Methyl β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-galactoside
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