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Cat. No.: UGA3-50-95 (for 50mg, 95% purity)

Cat. No.: UGA3-50-98 (for 50mg, 98% purity)

Cat. No.: UGA3-1k-95 (for 1g, 95% purity)

Cat. No.: UGA3-1k-98 (for 1g, 98% purity)

Description

UDP-GalA.3Na, or uridine diphosphate galacturonic acid trisodium salt, is a nucleotide sugar that plays a critical role in biochemical and glycobiology research. It is an activated form of galacturonic acid, a sugar acid derived from galactose, and is essential for the biosynthesis of pectins and other polysaccharides, particularly in plant cell walls.

Features

• Molecular Structure: UDP-GalA.3Na consists of a uridine diphosphate (UDP) group linked to galacturonic acid. The trisodium salt form enhances its solubility and stability in aqueous solutions.
• Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₁₉N₂O₁₈P₂Na₃.
• Molecular Weight: Approximately 646.23 g/mol.

Applications

• Enzymatic Studies: UDP-GalA.3Na is widely used as a substrate for glycosyltransferase enzymes, which incorporate galacturonic acid into glycoconjugates and polysaccharides. These studies are crucial for understanding the enzymatic mechanisms involved in carbohydrate biosynthesis.
• Plant Biology: It is instrumental in studying the synthesis of pectins, which are vital for plant cell wall integrity, growth, and defense mechanisms.
• Carbohydrate Research: Researchers use UDP-GalA.3Na to explore the roles of uronic acids in glycan structures and their biological significance in various organisms.

CAS Number: 148407-07-2

Molecular Formula: C15H19N2O18P2Na3

Molecular Weight: 646.23

Purity: 95%, 98%

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