D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP

Name: D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046755

About D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP

D-Galactose anhydrous is a carbohydrate (BP/EP grade) carrying the CAS registry number 59-23-4. Its molecular formula is C6H12O6 and its molecular weight is 180.16 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (3R,4S,5R,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol. Common synonyms include D-Galactopyranose and galactopyranose.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span glycobiology research, microbiology media, biochemical assays and cell and microbial culture. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies D-Galactose anhydrous in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Glycobiology research
Microbiology media
Biochemical assays
Cell & microbial culture

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP
Catalogue No.	VQ-046755
CAS Number	59-23-4
IUPAC name	(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
Grade	BP/EP
HSN code	29400000
InChIKey	WQZGKKKJIJFFOK-SVZMEOIVSA-N
SMILES	C([C@@H]1[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C(O1)O)O)O)O)O
PubChem CID	6036

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 6
TPSA	110 Å²
Synonyms	D-Galactopyranose, galactopyranose, galactopyranoside, Galactose, pure, D-Gal, d-galactopyranoside, D Galactose, SNFG:Gal, Gal (SNFG), GlyTouCan:G68158BT, Brain sugar

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P280, P305 + P351 + P338, P337 + P317

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

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 59-23-4

BP/EP / Cell Culture

D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP, cell culture tested

CAS: 59-23-4
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
MW: 180.16 g/mol

VQ-046036

Cell Culture

D-Galactose anhydrous, cell culture tested

CAS: 59-23-4
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
MW: 180.16 g/mol

VQ-046167

Extra Pure

D-Galactose, 99%

CAS: 59-23-4
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
MW: 180.16 g/mol

VQ-002464

Molecular Biology

D-Galactose, for molecular biology

CAS: 59-23-4
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
MW: 180.16 g/mol

VQ-045708

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP?

The CAS Registry Number of D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP is 59-23-4. It is also known as D-Galactopyranose, galactopyranose, galactopyranoside.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP?

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

Which grade and pack sizes of D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP can I order?

We supply D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP in BP/EP grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP?

Yes. Every lot of D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP 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 D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP be shipped internationally?

Yes. D-Galactose anhydrous, BP/EP is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.