6-O-Methyl-D-glucose, with the CAS number 2461-70-3, is a methylated derivative of D-glucose, a simple sugar and an important carbohydrate in biology. This compound features a methoxy group (-OCH3) at the 6th carbon position of the glucose molecule, which alters its chemical properties and biological activity compared to its parent compound. It is typically a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water, reflecting the polar nature of the hydroxyl groups present in the glucose structure. The methylation at the 6th position can influence its reactivity, making it less susceptible to certain enzymatic processes that act on unmodified glucose. 6-O-Methyl-D-glucose is often used in biochemical research to study carbohydrate metabolism and the role of sugars in cellular processes. Its structural modifications can also affect its interaction with receptors and transporters in biological systems, making it a valuable tool in the study of glycosylation and related metabolic pathways.

6-O-Methyl-D-glucose

2461-70-3: 6-O-Methyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-glucose, 6-O-Methylglucose, <span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-Glucose, 6-O-methyl-, D-glucose, 6-O-methyl-, 6-O-Methyl-D-glucose

CAS 2461-70-3: 6-O-Methyl-D-glucose

6-O-Methyl-D-glucose

Ref: 54-BICL5061

6-O-Methyl-D-glucose

Ref: 7W-GC5599