D-Glucose
IUPAC: (3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
| Formula / Notation | C6H12O6 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 50-99-7 |
| Molecular Weight | 180.16 |
| Melting Point | less than 32 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | greater than 212 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 1.2 at 68 °F (est.) (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | Soluble |
| Appearance | Watery odorless colorless liquid. Denser than water and soluble in water. Hence sinks in and mixes with water. (USCG, 1999) |
| Also Known As | (3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol; D-Glucopyranose; glucose; Glucopyranose; Blood sugar; Grape sugar; D-Glc; Traubenzucker; Glucosteril; Cartose |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is D-Glucose?
D-glucopyranose is a glucopyranose having D-configuration. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a D-glucose and a glucopyranose.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: (3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
Other Names / Synonyms: (3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol; D-Glucopyranose; glucose; Glucopyranose; Blood sugar; Grape sugar; D-Glc; Traubenzucker; Glucosteril; Cartose
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | less than 32 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | greater than 212 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 1.2 at 68 °F (est.) (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 180.16 |
| Solubility | Soluble |
| Appearance | Watery odorless colorless liquid. Denser than water and soluble in water. Hence sinks in and mixes with water. (USCG, 1999) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
D-glucopyranose is a glucopyranose having D-configuration. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a D-glucose and a glucopyranose.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for D-Glucose is: C6H12O6