Name | α-Lactose monohydrate |
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Synonyms |
4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-α-D-glucopyranose hydrate (1:1)
α-D-Glucopyranose, 4-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-, monohydrate α-D-Glucopyranose, 4-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-, hydrate (1:1) MFCD00150747 EINECS 200-559-2 α-D(+)-Lactose monohydrate α-Lactose monohydrate |
Description | α-Lactose (hydrate) (α-D-Lactose (hydrate)) is the principal carbohydrate in the milk of most mammals. α-Lactose (hydrate) consists of glucose and galactose and exists in the form of two anomers, α and β. α-Lactose (hydrate) has many uses in the food and pharmaceutical industries, such as a free-flowing or agglomerating agent, a diluent for pigments, flavors, or enzymes[1][2][3]. |
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References |
[2]. Johnson J M, et al. Lactose; Encyclopedia of Food Sciences and Nutrition[J]. 2003. |
Density | 1.53 g/cm3 |
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Boiling Point | 667.9ºC at 760 mmHg |
Melting Point | 219ºC |
Molecular Formula | C12H24O12 |
Molecular Weight | 360.31 |
Flash Point | 357.8ºC |
Exact Mass | 360.126770 |
PSA | 198.76000 |
Index of Refraction | 1.652 |
Storage condition | Store in air tight containers. |
Personal Protective Equipment | Eyeshields;Gloves;type N95 (US);type P1 (EN143) respirator filter |
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Hazard Codes | Xi |
Risk Phrases | R40 |
Safety Phrases | 24/25-36-26 |
RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
WGK Germany | 3 |
Precursor 0 | |
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DownStream 3 | |