Description

D-Galactose-D is a high-purity, deuterium-labeled stereoisomer of galactose, a fundamental monosaccharide. This labeled compound is essential for advanced research and analytical applications where isotopic tracing is required, offering critical insights into metabolic pathways and biochemical processes. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and diagnostic manufacturers working in metabolomics, NMR spectroscopy, and stable isotope tracer studies.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: As a stable isotope-labeled internal standard in mass spectrometry (MS) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) studies to investigate galactose metabolism.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development and testing of drugs targeting metabolic disorders such as galactosemia.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Serves as a key component in the production of calibration standards and reagents for clinical diagnostic assays.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic studies and as a substrate or standard in glycoscience research to understand carbohydrate function.
• Food & Nutrition Science: Used in isotopic studies to trace the assimilation and effects of dietary sugars in nutritional research.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Galactose-D
CAS No.	64267-73-8
Molecular Formula	C6H11DO6
Molecular Weight	181.16 g/mol (for monodeuterated form)
Synonyms	Deuterated D-Galactose; D-Galactose (Deuterated); D-(+)-Galactose-d; Galactose-d1; 6-Deutero-D-galactose; D-Galactose (ring-d); D-Galactopyranose-d; Stable Isotope Labeled Galactose
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Quality Control

Our D-Galactose-D is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and MS analysis, to confirm isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic purity (e.g., D-atom %), chemical purity, and specific tests are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure and deuteration pattern
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Purity (MS)	≥ 98 atom % D (Typical)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Optical Rotation	+78° to +82° (c=10, H2O)

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