L-(-)-Fucose

Synonym: 2438-80-4; (2S,3R,4R,5S)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxyhexanal; L-(-)-Rhodeose

Product Size

100 mg; 200 mg; 500 mg; 1 g

Price

Datasheet

Datasheet

MSDS

MSDS

Properties

Description

L-(-)-Fucose is produced by fermentation that plays a key role in intra- and intercellular recognition processes.

Molecular Formula

C₆H₁₂O₅

Source

Fermentation

Form

Powder

Purity

≥98%, determined by HPLC.

Solubility

It is soluble water (50 mg/mL), alcohol, methanol, and ethanol.

Applications

L-(-)-Fucose is useful for its ability to reduce the risk of leukocyte adhesion deficiency.

Safety Information

Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask