B-L-glucose pentaacetate is a derivative of glucose, specifically an acetylated form where all five hydroxyl groups of the glucose molecule are converted into acetate esters. This compound is characterized by its white crystalline appearance and is typically soluble in organic solvents such as chloroform and acetone, but less soluble in water due to the hydrophobic nature of the acetyl groups. The acetylation enhances the stability and volatility of the glucose molecule, making it useful in various chemical applications, including as a reagent in organic synthesis and in the study of carbohydrate chemistry. B-L-glucose pentaacetate can also serve as a protective group in carbohydrate chemistry, facilitating the selective modification of other functional groups. Its structure allows for the retention of the anomeric configuration, which is crucial in biochemical applications. As with many acetylated compounds, it may exhibit different physical and chemical properties compared to its parent compound, glucose, including altered melting points and reactivity profiles.

B-L-glucose pentaacetate

66966-07-2: B-L-glucose pentaacetate is a derivative of glucose, specifically an acetylated form where all five hydroxyl groups of the glucose molecule are converted into acetate esters. This compound is characterized by its white crystalline appearance and is typically soluble in organic solvents such as chloroform and acetone, but less soluble in water due to the hydrophobic nature of the acetyl groups. The acetylation enhances the stability and volatility of the glucose molecule, making it useful in various chemical applications, including as a reagent in organic synthesis and in the study of carbohydrate chemistry. B-L-glucose pentaacetate can also serve as a protective group in carbohydrate chemistry, facilitating the selective modification of other functional groups. Its structure allows for the retention of the anomeric configuration, which is crucial in biochemical applications. As with many acetylated compounds, it may exhibit different physical and chemical properties compared to its parent compound, glucose, including altered melting points and reactivity profiles.

<p>Penta-O-acetyl-b-L-glucopyranose is a pentaacetate that can be used to study insulinotropic activity. It has been shown to stimulate pancreatic islet cells and increase the production of insulin in vitro.</p>

CAS 66966-07-2

B-L-glucose pentaacetate

1,2,3,4,6-Penta-O-acetyl-b-L-glucopyranose

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