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Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
D-Arabinose (CAS 10323-20-3) is a rare pentose monosaccharide and the C-2 epimer of L-arabinose. It serves as a critical chiral building block in pharmaceutical synthesis, primarily produced via enzymatic conversion or fermentation processes. The molecular formula is C5H10O5.
Store in a cool, dry place under inert atmosphere to prevent degradation. Use appropriate PPE including gloves and eye protection during handling to avoid skin irritation. Not approved for direct human consumption without regulatory clearance.