L-Gulono-1,4-lactone, CAS 1128-23-0

Product Description: L-Gulono-1,4-lactone is a substrate of L-gulono-1,4-lactone oxidoreductase, which catalyzes the last step of the biosynthesis of L-ascorbic (Vatamin) C. In other words, L-Gulono-1,4-lactone is a direct precursor of vitamin C in animals, in plants and in some protists.

Applications: Metabolism-protein/nucleotide metabolism

Formula: C6H10O6

References: [1]Wolucka BA, et al. Mycobacterium tuberculosis possesses a functional enzyme for the synthesis of vitamin C, L-gulono-1,4-lactone dehydrogenase. FEBS J. 2006 Oct;273(19):4435-45. Epub 2006 Sep 5.

CAS Number: 1128-23-0

Molecular Weight: 178.14

Compound Purity: 99.70

Research Area: Metabolic Disease

Solubility: H2O : 50 mg/mL (ultrasonic)

Target: Endogenous Metabolite

• SKU: MEXHY-W016628-500
• Manufacturer: MedChemExpress
• Manufacturer SKU: HY-W016628-500
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 500 mg
• Quantity Unit: STK