Description

α-D-Fucose is a deoxyhexose sugar, a vital monosaccharide component of glycoproteins and glycolipids. Its specific stereochemistry is crucial for biological recognition processes, making it an essential building block in glycobiology research and bioconjugate synthesis. This high-purity compound is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors for the development of novel therapeutics and analytical tools.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: A fundamental substrate for studying fucosylation processes, enzyme kinetics (fucosyltransferases), and carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates for drug discovery.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the production of specific ligands and probes for detecting antibodies, pathogens, or biomarkers in immunoassays.
• Cell Culture & Media Supplement: Employed in specialized cell culture media to study cell surface expression and function of fucosylated molecules.
• Enzymatic Synthesis: Acts as a donor or acceptor molecule in enzymatic glycosylation reactions to create defined oligosaccharide structures.
• Bioconjugate Chemistry: Provides a reactive handle for coupling to proteins, lipids, or surfaces to create neoglycoconjugates for various applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-D-Fucose
CAS No.	6189-71-5
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Deoxy-D-galactose; D-(-)-Fucose; D-Galactomethylose; D-Galacto-6-deoxyhexose; (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxyhexanal; Fuc; D-Fuc
EINECS	228-259-5

Quality Control

Our α-D-Fucose is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	-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.