L-Ribose, 98%

Name: L-Ribose, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002524

About L-Ribose, 98%

Listed under CAS 24259-59-4, L-Ribose is a carbohydrate available from Vaqora Chemicals in Biochemistry grade, specified at ≥98% purity. The compound has the formula C5H10O5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 150.13 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2S,3S,4S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentanal. It is also known as Aldehydo-L-ribose or Ribose, L-.

The product is provided as a powder. Literature values give a melting point of 81-82 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

It is commonly used for glycobiology research, microbiology media and biochemical assays. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

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

Typical applications

Glycobiology research
Microbiology media
Biochemical assays

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Ribose, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002524
CAS Number	24259-59-4
IUPAC name	(2S,3S,4S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentanal
Molecular formula	C₅H₁₀O₅
Molecular weight	150.13 g/mol
Exact mass	150.0528
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	PYMYPHUHKUWMLA-MROZADKFSA-N
SMILES	C([C@@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](C=O)O)O)O)O
PubChem CID	90428

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Powder
Melting point	81-82 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 5
TPSA	98 Å²
Synonyms	Aldehydo-L-ribose, Ribose, L-, GlyTouCan:G23537ZN, L-(+)-Ribose, L-(+)-Ribos, aldehydo-L-ribo-pentose, L- masculineEIC, aldehydo-

Documents

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-Ribose, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Ribose, 98% is 24259-59-4. It is also known as Aldehydo-L-ribose, Ribose, L-, GlyTouCan:G23537ZN.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Ribose, 98%?

L-Ribose, 98% has the molecular formula C5H10O5 and a molecular weight of 150.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S,3S,4S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentanal.

Which grade and pack sizes of L-Ribose, 98% can I order?

We supply L-Ribose, 98% in Biochemistry (≥98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Ribose, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of L-Ribose, 98% 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-Ribose, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export L-Ribose, 98% worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.