Molekula
L-Rhamnose monohydrate
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L-Rhamnose monohydrate is a monosaccharide used in pharmaceuticals, food science, and biochemical research. It serves as a building block in glycoside synthesis and is a component of certain antibiotics and plant polysaccharides. Available with CAS number 10030-85-0, molecular formula C6H12O5·H2O, and molecular weight 182.17 g/mol, it is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies L-Rhamnose monohydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £29.20 per pack ex VAT · £35.04 inc. VAT
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100 g — £51.40 per pack ex VAT · £61.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | Only reporting |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥99% |
| Heavy metals | ≤5ppm |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.2% |
| Specific optical rotation | Only reporting |
| Water (KF) | ≤10% |
| Calcium (Ca) | ≤10ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 28953701 |
| CAS Number | 10030-85-0 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3R,4S,5S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxyhexanal;hydrate |
| Molecular Formula | C6H12O5·H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 182.17 |
| Exact Mass | 182.079 |
| SMILES | C[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](C=O)O)O)O)O.O |
| InChIKey | CBDCDOTZPYZPRO-DEZHIRTDSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H12O5.H2O/c1-3(8)5(10)6(11)4(9)2-7;/h2-6,8-11H,1H3;1H2/t3-,4-,5-,6-;/m0./s1 |
| PubChem CID | 20849066 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29400060 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000010 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, 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.
Synonyms
- (2R,3R,4S,5S)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxyhexanal hydrate
- 6-Deoxymannose monohydrate
- a-L-Rhamnose monohydrate
- L-Mannose, 6-deoxy-, hydrate (1:1)
- L-Mannose, 6-deoxy-, monohydrate
- L-rhamnose hydrate
- L(+)Rhamnopyranose
- rhamnose hydrate
- rhamnose monohydrate
- RHAMNOSE, L-(+)-
Frequently asked questions
What is L-Rhamnose monohydrate used for?
It is commonly used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and as a building block in natural product synthesis due to its role in glycoside formation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of L-Rhamnose monohydrate?
The formula is C6H12O5·H2O with a molecular weight of 182.17 g/mol.
How should L-Rhamnose monohydrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of L-Rhamnose monohydrate is available?
We offer it in analytical grade, suitable for laboratory and research use.
Can Molekula supply L-Rhamnose monohydrate in bulk?
Yes, we can supply L-Rhamnose monohydrate in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of L-Rhamnose monohydrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) upon request.
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