L-Fucose, 99%

Name: L-Fucose, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002522

About L-Fucose, 99%

L-Fucose (CAS 2438-80-4) is a carbohydrate offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Biochemistry grade) with a typical assay of 99%. Its molecular formula is C6H12O5 and its molecular weight is 164.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (3S,4R,5S,6S)-6-methyloxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol. Common synonyms include 6-Deoxy-L-galactose and L-fucopyranose.

In its supplied form it is white to off-white powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 150-153 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

Typical applications include glycobiology research, microbiology media, biochemical assays and protein and peptide research. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 1 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Glycobiology research
Microbiology media
Biochemical assays
Protein & peptide research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Fucose, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002522
CAS Number	2438-80-4
IUPAC name	(3S,4R,5S,6S)-6-methyloxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₂O₅
Molecular weight	164.16 g/mol
Exact mass	164.0685
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	SHZGCJCMOBCMKK-DHVFOXMCSA-N
SMILES	C[C@H]1[C@H]([C@H]([C@@H](C(O1)O)O)O)O
PubChem CID	17106

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Melting point	150-153 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 5
TPSA	90.2 Å²
Synonyms	6-Deoxy-L-galactose, (3S,4R,5S,6S)-6-Methyltetrahydro- 2H-pyran-2,3,4,5-tetraol, L-fucopyranose, 6-Deoxy-L-galactopyranose, L-galactomethylose, 6-Deoxy-L-beta-galactose, 6-deoxy-galactose, L-Fuc, 6-deoxy-galactopyranose, 6-Deoxy-Galactopyranoside, 6-Deoxy-L-Galactopyranoside, (-)-L-Fucose

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 2438-80-4

Cell Culture

L-Fucose, cell culture tested

CAS: 2438-80-4
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₅
MW: 164.16 g/mol

VQ-046177

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-Fucose, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Fucose, 99% is 2438-80-4. It is also known as 6-Deoxy-L-galactose, (3S,4R,5S,6S)-6-Methyltetrahydro- 2H-pyran-2,3,4,5-tetraol, L-fucopyranose.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Fucose, 99%?

L-Fucose, 99% has the molecular formula C6H12O5 and a molecular weight of 164.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (3S,4R,5S,6S)-6-methyloxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol.

Which grade and pack sizes of L-Fucose, 99% can I order?

We supply L-Fucose, 99% in Biochemistry (99%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Fucose, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of L-Fucose, 99% 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 L-Fucose, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export L-Fucose, 99% worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.