Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Methyl β-D-glucopyranoside (CAS: 709-50-2)?
Answer
Methyl β-D-glucopyranoside (CAS: 709-50-2) is widely used in pharmaceuticals as a sweetener and solubilizer. It is also utilized in food technology as a flavor enhancer and stabilizer. Additionally, it is used in research for its applications in glycoside synthesis and as a model compound.
About
CAS No
709-50-2
English Name
Methyl β-D-glucopyranoside
Molecular Formula
C7H14O6
Molecular Weight
194.18300000000002 g/mol
SMILES
COC1C(C(C(C(O1)CO)O)O)O
InChIKey
HOVAGTYPODGVJG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-15 09:35
