L-(−)-Fucose, CAS 2438-80-4

Formulation: A crystalline solid

Formal Name: 6-deoxy-L-galactose

Purity: ≥98%

Formula Markup: C6H12O5

Formula Weight: 164,2

Shelf life (days): 1460

CAS Number: 2438-80-4

Notes: L-(−)-Fucose is a deoxyhexose monosaccharide found on N- and O-linked glycans and glycolipids of a wide variety of organisms.{26957} It can exist as a terminal modification of glycan structures or serve as a point of attachment for adding other sugars.{26958} In humans, L-(−)-fucose plays a role in A and B blood group antigen substructure determination, selectin-mediated leukocyte-endothelial adhesion, and host-microbe interactions.{26957}

• SKU: CAY16479-5
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 16479-5
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 5 g
• Quantity Unit: STK