Description

D-(+)-Fucose is a naturally occurring deoxy sugar, specifically the D-enantiomer of fucose, with the CAS registry number 3615-37-0. This compound is a critical building block and research tool in glycobiology, valued for its role in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors who are developing novel therapeutics, vaccines, and analytical reagents.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: A fundamental substrate for studying fucosyltransferases and the biosynthesis of fucose-containing glycans like Lewis antigens.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex carbohydrate-based drugs, including potential anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer agents.
• Diagnostic Reagent Production: Serves as a key component in manufacturing reagents for blood group typing and cancer biomarker detection.
• Enzyme Substrate & Inhibitor Studies: Employed in enzymatic assays to investigate specificity and to develop inhibitors for therapeutic targeting.
• Cell Culture & Media Supplement: Utilized in specialized mammalian cell culture media to study cell surface interactions and signaling.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral starting material or protecting group in the stereoselective synthesis of natural products.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-(+)-Fucose
CAS No.	3615-37-0
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Deoxy-D-galactose; D-Galactomethylose; D-(+)-Galactomethylose; D-Galacto-6-deoxyhexose; (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxyhexanal; D-Fucose; Fucose, D-; D-(-)-Fucose (Note: This is incorrect but a common alias); 6-Deoxy-D-galactopyranose
EINECS	222-804-8

Quality Control

We supply D-(+)-Fucose in high-purity grades suitable for research and commercial applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific impurity profiles are available upon request. We can provide material aligned with in-house specifications for research use or support development toward compendial standards.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can 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 Rotation [α]20/D	+75° to +78° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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