Compound Q&A
What is L-THREO-PENTULOSE (CAS: 527-50-4)?
Answer
L-Threo-pentulose is a sugar alcohol with the chemical formula C5H10O5. It is a five-carbon sugar alcohol that exists in two optical isomers, with L-Threo-pentulose being one of them. It is colorless and odorless, and it is slightly soluble in water. It is used in various applications such as food additives, pharmaceuticals, and research.
About
CAS No
527-50-4
English Name
L-THREO-PENTULOSE
Molecular Formula
C5H10O5
Molecular Weight
150.13 g/mol
SMILES
C(C(C(C(=O)CO)O)O)O
InChIKey
ZAQJHHRNXZUBTE-WVZVXSGGSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-06 09:10
