D-Mannose

D-Mannose

Other names: D-mannose, D-(+)-mannose, D-mannopyranose, D-mannopyranose

CAS Number: 3458-28-4

EC Number: 222-392-4

Sum Formula: C6H12O6

Molar Mass: 180.16 g/mol

Appearance: white to off-white crystalline powder

D-Mannose is an organic compound belonging to the group of monosaccharides. Structurally, it is an aldohexose and a stereoisomer of glucose. The product is supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder and may be used as a laboratory reagent, research material or component of mixtures in analytical and synthetic work.

Chemical and Physical Properties:

Form: crystalline powder

Color: white to off-white

Melting Point: approximately 133–140°C

Solubility in Water: soluble

Solubility in Other Solvents: depends on the solvent and working conditions

Type of Compound: monosaccharide, aldohexose

Applications:

Biochemical Research:

Used in studies involving simple sugars, glycosylation, carbohydrate metabolism and biological interactions related to monosaccharides.

Analytical Chemistry:

May be used as a reference substance, comparison material or component of analytical mixtures.

Chemical Synthesis:

Used as a starting material or reagent in the synthesis of sugar derivatives and organic compounds containing carbohydrate structures.

Laboratory Use:

Applied as a reagent in research, preparative and quality-control work.

Key Properties:

Monosaccharide Structure: D-mannose belongs to simple sugars and contains several hydroxyl groups as well as an aldehyde group in its open-chain form.

Good Water Solubility: allows preparation of aqueous solutions for laboratory applications.

Crystalline Form: facilitates weighing, dosing and use in research work.

Analytical and Research Use: suitable for laboratory work involving carbohydrates and their derivatives.

Storage:

Store the product in a tightly closed container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Store at room temperature.

Protect from moisture, contamination and direct sunlight.

Handling:

Avoid formation and inhalation of dust.

Use in a well-ventilated area.

Avoid contact of dust with eyes.

During handling, standard personal protective equipment suitable for laboratory work is recommended, including protective gloves, eye protection and a dust mask when dust may be generated.

This product is intended strictly for technical, laboratory and research use. It is not intended for consumption, medical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic or feed applications.