Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of L-Ribofuranose (CAS: 24259-59-4)?
Answer
L-Ribofuranose is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of nucleotides and coenzymes such as flavin mononucleotide (FMN). It also serves as a precursor in the production of riboflavin (vitamin B2) and is utilized in food science for flavor enhancement and as a component in nutritional supplements. Additionally, it is employed in research for studying carbohydrate metabolism and molecular interactions.
About
CAS No
24259-59-4
English Name
L-Ribofuranose
Molecular Formula
C5H10O5
Molecular Weight
150.13 g/mol
SMILES
C(C(C(C(C=O)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
HMFHBZSHGGEWLO-OWMBCFKOSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
