Description

D-Galactose-6-Phosphate Disodium Salt is a high-purity biochemical reagent, a phosphorylated derivative of galactose that serves as a critical intermediate in carbohydrate metabolism research. Its primary value lies in providing a defined and reliable substrate for enzymatic studies, particularly in the Leloir pathway, ensuring reproducible experimental results. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of biochemistry, molecular biology, and pharmaceutical development, where precise metabolic pathway analysis is required.

Application

• Enzymatic Research Substrate: Used as a specific substrate for studying galactokinase and other enzymes in the galactose metabolism (Leloir) pathway.
• Biochemical Assay Standard: Serves as a calibration standard in HPLC, enzymatic, or colorimetric assays to quantify metabolic intermediates.
• Metabolic Pathway Studies: Critical for in vitro research on carbohydrate metabolism, energy production, and related genetic disorders.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of more complex biochemicals or diagnostic agents targeting metabolic diseases.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: May be incorporated into defined media for studying bacterial or eukaryotic cell metabolism under controlled conditions.
• Diagnostic Kit Component: Used in the formulation of diagnostic kits for enzyme deficiency disorders, such as galactosemia.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Galactose-6-Phosphate Disodium Salt
CAS No.	32972-52-4
Molecular Formula	C6H11Na2O9P
Molecular Weight	304.10 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Galactose 6-phosphate disodium salt; Galactose-6-P Na2; 6-O-Phosphono-D-galactose disodium salt; α-D-Galactopyranose 6-(dihydrogen phosphate) disodium salt; D-Galactose 6-(dihydrogen phosphate) disodium salt; Gal-6-P disodium; D-Gal-6-P Na2
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Quality Control

Our D-Galactose-6-Phosphate Disodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for biochemical reagents to guarantee product integrity and performance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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