Description

D-Talose is a rare, naturally occurring monosaccharide belonging to the aldohexose family, specifically the D-isomer of talose. This high-purity sugar is a valuable chiral building block and reference standard in advanced research and synthesis. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science industries for applications in carbohydrate chemistry, metabolic pathway studies, and the development of novel therapeutics and diagnostics. Its unique stereochemistry makes it a critical reagent for probing biological recognition processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a chiral precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates, nucleoside analogs, and other bioactive molecules.
• Biochemical & Metabolic Studies: Serving as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays to study carbohydrate metabolism and related pathways.
• Reference Standard & Analytical Chemistry: Used as a high-purity standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR analysis in quality control and method development for carbohydrate analysis.
• Glycobiology & Glycoengineering: A fundamental building block for constructing oligosaccharides and glycopolymers to study cell-surface interactions and develop glycoconjugate vaccines.
• Food & Flavor Science Research: Investigated for its potential role as a sweetener or modifier and in studying Maillard reaction products.
• Cosmetic Science: Explored for its humectant properties and potential use in advanced skincare formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Talose
CAS No.	2595-98-4
Molecular Formula	C6H12O6
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	D-(+)-Talose; Talose; (2S,3S,4S,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-Pentahydroxyhexanal; D-Talopyranose; 2595-98-4; D-Talose, pure; Talose, D-; D-Talose sugar
EINECS	220-003-5

Quality Control

Our D-Talose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, specific optical rotation measurement, and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of moisture, which may affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Optical Rotation [α]²⁰D	+20.5° to +22.5° (c=1 in H₂O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.