Description

Dl-Tagatose CAS NO 73952-11-1 is a stereoisomeric mixture of the naturally occurring rare sugar, D-tagatose. This compound is of significant commercial interest as a low-calorie, low-glycemic sweetener and functional food ingredient. It serves as a key intermediate and additive for manufacturers in the food & beverage, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking sugar alternatives with beneficial metabolic properties.

Application

• Food & Beverage Sweetener: Used as a bulk, low-calorie sweetener in baked goods, dairy products, cereals, and soft drinks.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into formulations for weight management and metabolic health products due to its minimal impact on blood glucose.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Acts as a taste-masking agent and filler in chewable tablets and syrups.
• Prebiotic Ingredient: Supports gut health by selectively promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a chiral building block in organic synthesis for more complex molecules.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Used in skincare products for its humectant and mild exfoliating properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Tagatose
CAS No.	73952-11-1
Molecular Formula	C6H12O6
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-Tagatose; (R,S)-Tagatose; (±)-Tagatose; Tagatose Racemate; D-Tagatose and L-Tagatose Mixture; 1,3,4,5,6-Pentahydroxy-2-hexanone Racemate; Arabino-2-hexulose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dl-Tagatose is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant food-grade specifications, and our quality protocols are designed to meet the needs of demanding applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and safety parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Microbiological Analysis	Meets food-grade standards

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