L-Galactose [15572-79-9]

MedChem Express

L-Galactose [15572-79-9]

5

15572-79-9

Research Use Only

98.0

h301, h370, h373, h412

C6H12O6

180.16

L-Galactose is a key intermediate in the de novo synthesis of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) in plants. It is converted into L-ascorbic acid by participating in the VTC2 cycle and enzymatic steps, exerting antioxidant activities, maintaining cell structure, and participating in the carbon flow distribution of photosynthesis. L-Galactose can be used to study the analysis of the synthesis pathway of vitamin C in plant physiology[1][2][3].

OC[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)C=O

2°C to 8°C

12352200