D-Maltose
IUPAC: (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol
| Formula / Notation | C12H22O11 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 69-79-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 342.30 |
| Melting Point | 102-103 °C |
| Solubility | 780000 mg/L (at 20 °C) |
| Appearance | White odorless crystals; [Mallinckrodt Baker MSDS] |
| Also Known As | (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol; maltose; D-(+)-Maltose; 69-79-4; Maltobiose; Cextromaltose; Malt sugar; Advanctose 100; Finetose; Maltodiose |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is D-Maltose?
Maltose is a glycosylglucose consisting of two D-glucopyranose units connected by an alpha-(14)-linkage. It has a role as a sweetening agent, a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a maltooligosaccharide and a glycosylglucose.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol
Other Names / Synonyms: (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol; maltose; D-(+)-Maltose; 69-79-4; Maltobiose; Cextromaltose; Malt sugar; Advanctose 100; Finetose; Maltodiose
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 102-103 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 342.30 |
| Solubility | 780000 mg/L (at 20 °C) |
| Appearance | White odorless crystals; [Mallinckrodt Baker MSDS] |
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
Maltose is a glycosylglucose consisting of two D-glucopyranose units connected by an alpha-(14)-linkage. It has a role as a sweetening agent, a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a maltooligosaccharide and a glycosylglucose.
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-Maltose is: C12H22O11