D-Fucose

CAS: 3615-37-0

Ref. 3D-MF00381

Product Information

• Name: D-Fucose
• Synonyms: 6-Deoxy-D-galactose Rhodeose, (+)-Fucose, 6-Deoxy-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-galactose, 6-Deoxygalactose, 6-deoxy-D-galactopyranose, 6-deoxy-D-galactose, 6-deoxy-beta-D-galactopyranose, <span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-(+)-Fucose, <span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-6-Deoxygalactose, <span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-Galactose, 6-deoxy-, D-Galactose, 6-deoxy-, Fucose, <span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-, Rhodeose

Description

D-Fucose is a sugar that can be synthesized in vitro. It is a component of the xanthurenic acid pathway, which is involved in the synthesis of l-arabinose. D-Fucose has been found to have anti-leukemic effects and to inhibit enzyme activities in vitro. It has also been shown to bind to the toll-like receptor, α1-acid glycoprotein, and surface membranes. A hydroxyl group at position 1 on the fucose molecule may be important for this binding. D-Fucose's biological properties are related to its structural analysis and the cell receptors it binds with. D-Fucose has an optimum pH level of 7, so it cannot survive outside of a neutral environment. It does not need any biological cofactors or enzymes for its synthesis, so it is classified as a nonessential nutrient. D-Fucose is also used in blood groups because it contains an antigen

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 164.16 g/mol
• Formula: C₆H₁₂O₅
• Purity: Min. 97 Area-%
• Color/Form: White Off-White Powder