α-D-Galactopyranose

Name: α-D-Galactopyranose
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-048500

About α-D-Galactopyranose

Vaqora Chemicals supplies α-D-Galactopyranose, a carbohydrate registered under CAS number 3646-73-9. With the molecular formula C6H12O6, it has a molar mass of 180.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol. Common synonyms include alpha-D-galactose and Alpha-D-Galactopyranose.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

Typical applications include glycobiology research, microbiology media and biochemical assays. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies α-D-Galactopyranose in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Glycobiology research
Microbiology media
Biochemical assays

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	α-D-Galactopyranose
Catalogue No.	VQ-048500
CAS Number	3646-73-9
IUPAC name	(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₂O₆
Molecular weight	180.16 g/mol
Exact mass	180.0634
InChIKey	WQZGKKKJIJFFOK-PHYPRBDBSA-N
SMILES	C([C@@H]1[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O1)O)O)O)O)O
PubChem CID	439357

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 6
TPSA	110 Å²
Synonyms	alpha-D-galactose, Alpha-D-Galactopyranose, I+--D-Galactopyranose, GlyTouCan:G09546QO, a-d-galactose, Alpha D-Galactose, (2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-6-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,3,4,5-tetraol, 5abp, 8abp, Galactose (NF), alpha-gal, D-hexose

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 3646-73-9

USP / Cell Culture

a-(D)-Galactose Anhydrous Meets, USP, cell culture tested

CAS: 3646-73-9
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
MW: 180.16 g/mol

VQ-020214

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of α-D-Galactopyranose?

The CAS Registry Number of α-D-Galactopyranose is 3646-73-9. It is also known as alpha-D-galactose, Alpha-D-Galactopyranose, I+--D-Galactopyranose.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of α-D-Galactopyranose?

α-D-Galactopyranose has the molecular formula C6H12O6 and a molecular weight of 180.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol.

Which grade and pack sizes of α-D-Galactopyranose can I order?

We supply α-D-Galactopyranose, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with α-D-Galactopyranose?

Yes. Every lot of α-D-Galactopyranose is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can α-D-Galactopyranose be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export α-D-Galactopyranose worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.