Compound Q&A
What is 4-O-alpha-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-glucose hydrate (1:1) (CAS: 6363-53-7)?
Answer
4-O-alpha-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-glucose hydrate (1:1), with CAS number 6363-53-7, is a disaccharide formed by the glycosidic linkage between two glucose molecules. It contains a 1:1 ratio of glucose units and is a hydrate, meaning it incorporates one water molecule per unit. This compound is characterized by its crystalline structure, solubility in water, and use as a stabilizer in pharmaceutical and food applications due to its hygroscopic nature.
About
CAS No
6363-53-7
English Name
4-O-alpha-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-glucose hydrate (1:1)
Molecular Formula
C12H24O12
Molecular Weight
360.31 g/mol
SMILES
O=C[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O[C@H]1O[C@H](CO)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H]1O)[C@H](O)CO.[H]O[H]
InChIKey
HBDJFVFTHLOSDW-DNDLZOGFSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
