Category:
Plant Extracts
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Standard:
USP,In-house Standards,
Galactose is a monosaccharide. It contains six carbons and an aldehyde group and is classified as an aldose and a hexose.Both the D and L forms are found in nature. D-Galactose is commonly found in milk as part of the disaccharide lactose. L-Galactose is present in polysaccharides, such as agar.
D-Galactose is a monosaccharide produced via enzymatic hydrolysis of lactose or chemical synthesis. It serves as a critical intermediate in the pharmaceutical and food industries. Molecular formula: C6H12O6; CAS No.: 59-23-4.
Store in cool, dry conditions away from moisture to prevent caking. Industrial handling requires standard PPE including gloves and eye protection. Clinical use is restricted for patients with galactosemia.