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D-Fructose

IUPAC: (3S,4R,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol

C6H12O6 Organic Compounds CAS 57-48-7
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Formula / NotationC6H12O6
CAS Number57-48-7
Molecular Weight180.16
SolubilitySolubility in water at 20 °C: good
AppearanceLiquid
Also Known As(3S,4R,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol; D-fructopyranose; fructopyranose; d-fructopyranoside; fructopyranoside; D-Fru; levugen; D-arabino-Hex-2-ulopyranose; D-Arabino-Hex-2-ulo-Pyranose; Advantose FS 95
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is D-Fructose?

D-fructopyranose is a fructopyranose having D-configuration. It has a role as a sweetening agent. It is a D-fructose, a fructopyranose and a cyclic hemiketal.

Formula & Notation

C6H12O6

IUPAC Name: (3S,4R,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol

Other Names / Synonyms: (3S,4R,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol; D-fructopyranose; fructopyranose; d-fructopyranoside; fructopyranoside; D-Fru; levugen; D-arabino-Hex-2-ulopyranose; D-Arabino-Hex-2-ulo-Pyranose; Advantose FS 95

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Liquid. Molecular formula: C6H12O6. Molecular weight: 180.16 g/mol. Solubility: Solubility in water at 20 °C: good. LogP: -2.8.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Molecular Weight180.16
SolubilitySolubility in water at 20 °C: good
AppearanceLiquid

Uses & Applications

Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.

Safety Information

Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term D-Fructose
Formula C6H12O6
CAS Number 57-48-7
Molecular Weight 180.16
Synonyms (3S,4R,5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol; D-fructopyranose; fructopyranose; d-fructopyranoside; fructopyranoside; D-Fru; levugen; D-arabino-Hex-2-ulopyranose; D-Arabino-Hex-2-ulo-Pyranose; Advantose FS 95

Frequently Asked Questions

D-fructopyranose is a fructopyranose having D-configuration. It has a role as a sweetening agent. It is a D-fructose, a fructopyranose and a cyclic hemiketal.

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