Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the research and development, manufacturing, and sales of fine chemicals. Headquartered in Jinan, Shandong, China, we are committed to delivering high-quality products to our global partners. Currently, over 90% of our products are exported to developed markets, including North America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and the Middle East. Basic Information
Product Name: D-Galactose
CAS Number: 59-23-4
Molecular Formula: C?H??O?
Molecular Weight: 180.16 g/mol
Synonyms: D-(+)-Galactose; D-Melibiose; Cerelose
Classification: Monosaccharide, aldohexose, food sweetener, nutritional fortifier, biochemical reagent, pharmaceutical raw material
Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance: White crystalline powder or colorless needle crystal, sweet taste
Melting Point: 164–168 °C
Boiling Point: Decomposes at high temperature without fixed boiling point
Density: 1.55 g/cm3
Optical Rotation: +79.5° ~ +81.0° (c=5, water)
Solubility: Easily soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol; insoluble in ether and organic solvents
Stability: Stable under normal temperature and sealed condition; easy to absorb moisture; stable in neutral and weak acidic environment; caramelizes when heated at high temperature; undergoes Maillard reaction with amino compounds
Key Parameters: Purity ≥99.0% (HPLC); Loss on Drying ≤0.5%; Residue on Ignition ≤0.1%; Specific rotation +79.5°~+81.0°
Uses
D-Galactose is a natural aldohexose monosaccharide, essential component of lactose, cerebroside and mucopolysaccharide.
In food industry, used as low-calorie sweetener, nutritional supplement and food formulation additive.
In pharmaceutical and health care field, applied in the preparation of liver protection products, prebiotics and nutritional infusion raw materials.
In biochemical research, used as cell culture medium additive, microbial fermentation carbon source and carbohydrate biochemical reagent.
Also used in cosmetics as moisturizing and skin conditioning agent, and raw material for synthetic galactooligosaccharide.
Packaging & Storage
Packaging
Laboratory grade: 10g, 50g, 100g sealed brown glass bottles
Industrial grade: 1kg, 5kg, 25kg paper drum or woven bag with inner PE liner
Storage: Store in cool, dry, well ventilated place; keep tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and caking; avoid high temperature and direct sunlight
Shelf Life: 24 months under standard sealed dry storage
Transportation: Avoid rain and humid environment; handle gently to prevent package damage and moisture ingress
Comprehensive Specification Table
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