Lactulose
SIGMA/L7877 - ≥95% (HPLC)
Synonym: 4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-fructofuranose; 4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-fructose
CAS Number: 4618-18-2
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C12H22O11
Molecular Weight: 342.30
EC Number: 225-027-7
MDL Number: MFCD00151469
Linear Formula: C12H22O11
Product Type: Chemical
| assay | ≥95% (HPLC) |
| biological source | synthetic |
| color | white to off-white |
| form | powder |
| InChI | 1S/C12H22O11/c13-1-4-6(16 |
| InChI key | JCQLYHFGKNRPGE-WJONTELPSA |
| mp | 169 °C ((336 °F )) |
| optical activity | [α]20/D -52.0 to -48.0 °, c = 4% (w/v) in water |
| Quality Level | 200 ![]() |
| SMILES string | OC[C@H]1O[C@@H](O[C@@H]2[ |
| solubility | water: 50 mg/mL, clear, colorless to faintly yellow |
| storage temp. | room temp |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Lactulose is a synthetic disaccharide derived from galactose and fructose. It is not absorbed in the gut and is frequently used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. Studies have reported that lactulose administration may cause an increase in fecal nitrogen. It is also known to function as a prebiotic. Lactulose measurements can be used to detect gastrointestinal dysfunctions. |
| Other Notes: | To gain a comprehensive understanding of our extensive range of Disaccharides for your research, we encourage you to visit our Carbohydrates Category page. |
| Packaging: | 25 g in poly bottle |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 2 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| Purity | ≥95% (HPLC) |
| mp | 169 °C ((336 °F )) |
| Storage Temp. | room temp |
| UNSPSC | 12352201 |

