SML4227

L-Tagatose

≥98% (HPLC), powder, alternative sweetener

• Synonym(e): L-lyxo-2-Hexulose, (3R,4R,5S)-1,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexan-2-one
• Empirische Formel (Hill-System): C₆H₁₂O₆
• CAS-Nummer: 17598-82-2
• Molekulargewicht: 180.16
• MDL number: MFCD35073167
• UNSPSC Code: 12352201
• Assay: ≥98% (HPLC)
• Form: powder

Eigenschaften

• Quality Segment: 100
• assay: ≥98% (HPLC)
• form: powder
• color: white to beige
• solubility: H₂O: 2 mg/mL, clear
• storage temp.: -10 to -25°C

Beschreibung

General description

Tagatose is a monosaccharide that naturally occurs in small quantities in certain fruits and dairy products. It is classified as a ketose and differs structurally from fructose due to the difference in orientation of the hydroxyl group on the fourth carbon.L-Tagatose is rare ketohexose present in small quantities in a variety of foods that is considered as an alternative sweetener.

Application

L-tagatose may be used as an artificial flavorenhancer, stabilizer in formulations and humectant.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Long-term administration of L-tagatose does not affectpancreatic β-cell function. Similarly to D- Tagatose, it has a minimal effecton blood glucose and insulin levels.

Sicherheitshinweise

• Lagerklasse: 11 - Combustible Solids
• Flammpunkt (°F): Not applicable
• Flammpunkt (°C): Not applicable