Description

D-[3-2H]Galactose is a stable isotope-labeled analog of the essential monosaccharide D-galactose, specifically deuterated at the 3-position. This compound is a critical tool for advanced metabolic research, enabling precise tracing and quantification of galactose pathways in biological systems. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and diagnostic developers in the fields of metabolomics, glycobiology, and stable isotope tracer studies.

Application

• Metabolic Flux Analysis (MFA): Used as a stable isotope tracer to map and quantify intracellular fluxes in galactose metabolism within cell cultures and model organisms.
• Glycobiology Research: Employed in the study of glycosylation pathways, glycoprotein synthesis, and galactose-related enzymatic activities.
• Inborn Errors of Metabolism Studies: Serves as a diagnostic and research tool for investigating disorders like Galactosemia, providing insights into metabolic dysfunction.
• Drug Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics (DMPK): Acts as an internal standard in LC-MS/MS and GC-MS assays for the accurate bioanalysis of galactose and related metabolites.
• Nutritional Science: Applied in tracer studies to understand galactose absorption, utilization, and its role in human nutrition and lactation.
• Biomarker Discovery: Facilitates the identification and validation of novel metabolic biomarkers associated with diseases affecting carbohydrate metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-[3-2H]Galactose
CAS No.	478518-70-6
Molecular Formula	C6H11DO6
Molecular Weight	181.16 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	D-Galactose-3-d; 3-Deuterio-D-galactose; D-Galactose (3-2H); Deuterated D-galactose; (3R)-3-Deuterio-D-galactopyranose; Galactose-d1; Stable Isotope Labeled Galactose; D-Galactose-3-d1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our D-[3-2H]Galactose is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure high chemical and isotopic purity suitable for sensitive analytical applications. Each batch is characterized by NMR, MS, and HPLC to confirm identity, isotopic enrichment, and chemical purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider desiccation or storage under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 98 atom % 2H
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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