Description

Galactose-6-Phosphate Barium Salt is a high-purity biochemical reagent essential for research and industrial enzymatic processes. This compound serves as a critical substrate and intermediate in the study of carbohydrate metabolism and related biosynthetic pathways. It is primarily utilized by biotechnology firms, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and academic research institutions focusing on enzymology and metabolic engineering.

Application

• Enzymatic Research Substrate: Used as a specific substrate for studying enzymes like galactose-1-phosphate uridylyltransferase in the Leloir pathway.
• Biochemical Assay Standard: Serves as a reference standard in diagnostic kits and assays for metabolic disorder screening.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex bioactive molecules and potential therapeutics.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Employed in in vitro studies to map and quantify flux through galactose metabolism in cellular models.
• Nutritional Science Research: Used in studies investigating galactose metabolism and its implications in dietary sciences.
• Enzyme Production & Purification: Applied in affinity chromatography and other purification processes for galactose-metabolizing enzymes.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Galactose-6-Phosphate Barium Salt
CAS No.	4198-47-4
Molecular Formula	C6H11BaO9P
Molecular Weight	395.48 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Galactose 6-Phosphate Barium Salt; Galactose-6-P Barium Salt; α-D-Galactopyranose 6-(Dihydrogen Phosphate) Barium Salt; Barium D-Galactose 6-Phosphate; 6-O-Phosphono-D-galactose Barium Salt; Barium Galactose-6-Phosphate; G6P Barium Salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Galactose-6-Phosphate Barium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and production use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term stability, consider storage under desiccant or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Barium Content	Contact for details
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0

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