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CAS 4482-75-1

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α-Maltose

Description:
α-Maltose is a disaccharide composed of two glucose units linked by an α(1→4) glycosidic bond. It is a reducing sugar, meaning it can participate in redox reactions, which is characteristic of sugars with free anomeric carbons. α-Maltose is typically found in the hydrolysis products of starch and is commonly produced during the digestion of carbohydrates. It is soluble in water, exhibiting a sweet taste, and is often used in food and beverage applications as a sweetener or flavor enhancer. The molecular formula of α-Maltose is C12H22O11, and it has a molecular weight of approximately 342.3 g/mol. In terms of its physical properties, α-Maltose appears as a white crystalline powder. It is important in various biochemical processes and is utilized in research and industrial applications, particularly in the production of maltodextrins and other carbohydrate derivatives. Its role in metabolism and energy production makes it significant in both nutrition and biochemistry.
Formula:C12H22O11
InChI:InChI=1S/C12H22O11/c13-1-3-5(15)6(16)9(19)12(22-3)23-10-4(2-14)21-11(20)8(18)7(10)17/h3-20H,1-2H2/t3-,4-,5-,6+,7-,8-,9-,10-,11+,12-/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=GUBGYTABKSRVRQ-ASMJPISFSA-N
SMILES:O([C@@H]1[C@@H](CO)O[C@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H]1O)[C@H]2O[C@H](CO)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H]2O
Synonyms:
  • Maltose, α-
  • α-D-Glucopyranose, 4-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-
  • Maltose α-anomer
  • α-Maltose
  • 4-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-glucopyranose
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