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SML4227

L-Tagatose

≥98% (HPLC), powder, alternative sweetener

Synonym(s):

L-lyxo-2-Hexulose, (3R,4R,5S)-1,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexan-2-one

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About This Item

Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C6H12O6
CAS Number:
17598-82-2
Molecular Weight:
180.16
MDL number:
MFCD35073167
Assay:
≥98% (HPLC)
Form:
powder
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Quality Segment

100

assay

≥98% (HPLC)

form

powder

color

white to beige

solubility

H2O: 2 mg/mL, clear

storage temp.

-10 to -25°C

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.

Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

flash_point_f

Not applicable

flash_point_c

Not applicable

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