Molekula
D-(-)-Fructose
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D-(-)-Fructose is a monosaccharide sugar commonly used in food, pharmaceuticals, and biochemical research. It is a ketohexose with the molecular formula C6H12O6 and a molecular weight of 180.16 g/mol. CAS number: 57-48-7. Stored at ambient temperature. No signal word applies. Molekula supplies D-(-)-Fructose from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £21.70 per pack ex VAT · £26.04 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £46.50 per pack ex VAT · £55.80 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | 98.0 - 102.0% |
| Acid | ≤0.50% |
| Water insoluble matter | ≤20mg/kg |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.05% |
| Hydroxymethylfurfural | ≤0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colorless liquid in water |
| Odour | Odorless |
Source: PubChem CID 2723872 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 34878019 |
| CAS Number | 57-48-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (3S,4R,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol |
| Molecular Formula | C6H12O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 180.16 |
| Exact Mass | 180.0634 |
| SMILES | C1[C@H]([C@H]([C@@H](C(O1)(CO)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | LKDRXBCSQODPBY-VRPWFDPXSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H12O6/c7-2-6(11)5(10)4(9)3(8)1-12-6/h3-5,7-11H,1-2H2/t3-,4-,5+,6?/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 2723872 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 1702.50.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 1702500000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- (3S,4R,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
- Advantose FS 95
- D-arabino-Hex-2-ulopyranose
- D-Fru
- D-fructopyranose
- d-fructopyranoside
- fructopyranose
- fructopyranoside
- fructosteril
- levugen
Frequently asked questions
What is D-(-)-Fructose used for?
D-(-)-Fructose is commonly used in food and beverage applications as a sweetener, and in pharmaceuticals and biochemical research as a carbohydrate source.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-(-)-Fructose?
The chemical formula is C6H12O6 and the molecular weight is 180.16 g/mol.
How should D-(-)-Fructose be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of D-(-)-Fructose does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies D-(-)-Fructose in analytical grade.
Can Molekula supply D-(-)-Fructose in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply D-(-)-Fructose in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with a D-(-)-Fructose order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) upon request.
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