Sorbitol, L-
L-Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol derived from glucose reduction, serving as a precursor to fructose via sorbitol-6-phosphate 2-dehydrogenase. It is used as an osmotic agent in cell culture and in research on metabolic pathways like the polyol pathway, relevant in diabetes studies.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
6706-59-8
Field of Research
Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
Smiles
OC[C@H] (O) [C@H] (O) [C@@H] (O) [C@H] (O) CO
Molecular Formula
C6H14O6
Molecular Weight
182.17
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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