Compound Q&A
What is 2-C-(Hydroxymethyl)-beta-D-ribopyranose (CAS: 4573-78-8)?
Answer
2-C-(Hydroxymethyl)-beta-D-ribopyranose is a sugar derivative with the chemical formula C6H12O6. It is an isomer of ribose, with a hydroxymethyl group attached to the C-2 position. This compound is colorless and crystalline, and it is soluble in water.
About
CAS No
4573-78-8
English Name
2-C-(Hydroxymethyl)-beta-D-ribopyranose
Molecular Formula
C6H12O6
Molecular Weight
180.16 g/mol
SMILES
C1[C@H]([C@H]([C@@]([C@@H](O1)O)(CO)O)O)O
InChIKey
LPZIZDWZKIXVRZ-KVTDHHQDSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-24 16:21
