Dulcitol is the reduction product of Galactose. An increase in the level of Dulcitol is often a result of metabolism defect caused by a defect in galactose-1-phosphate uridylyltransferase (an autosomal recessive disorder). Dulcitol buildup can also lead to cataractogenesis.
SKU | RCLST005027 |
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CAS number | 608-66-2 |
Molecular Formula | C6H14O6 |
Catalog Number | RCLST005027 |
Chemical Name | Dulcitol |
Synonyms | Galactitol; Dulcite; Dulcose; Euonymit; Melampyrin; Melampyrit; NSC 1944; |
Molecular Weight | 182.17 |
Solubility | Methanol (Slightly), Water (Slightly, Heated) |
Stability | No Data Available |
Appearance | White to Off-White Solid |
Storage Condition | Refrigerator |