alpha-L-Rhamnose

CAS: 3615-41-6
Specifications: 98%
Assay Method: HPLC
Herb Sourse: Isoln from walls of gram-negative bateria. From leaves of Solanum chacoense Bitter
Molecular Weight?Molecular Formula?C6H12O5?164.16
Melting Point&Solubility:α-Form. Mp 82-92 β-Form. mp 122-126?(rapid heating). Freely sol in water, methol and ethanol
Brief:colourless crystal
Pharmacology:Be used to assay the osmosis of intestinal canal. As sweetening agent. Function as allergen. Antibiosis and antineoplastic activity.

Detailed Description

α-L-Rhamnose is a monosaccharide. It is an aldose containing six carbon atoms. Its structure is similar to mannose, except that it lacks a hydroxyl group at the 6th carbon position and is replaced by a hydrogen atom.

Functions

1.Rhamnose has the function as allergen;
2.Rhamnose powder used as sweetening agent;
3.Rhamnose can be used to assay the osmosis of intestinal canal;
4.L-rhamnose powder is used for antibiosis and antineoplastic activity.

Applications

Food industry
Sweetener: α-L-rhamnose has a certain sweetness and can be used as a sweetener. Although its sweetness is not as high as sucrose, it has the characteristics of low calories and is suitable for developing low-calorie or sugar-free foods to meet the needs of diabetics, obese people and others for sweet foods.
Food additives: As a natural carbohydrate, it can be used to improve the texture, taste and stability of food. For example, in baked goods, it can increase the toughness and ductility of the dough, making the baked products softer and more delicious; in beverages, it can be used as a thickener or stabilizer to prevent the beverage from stratification or precipitation.
Cosmetics industry
Moisturizer: α-L-rhamnose has good moisturizing properties, can absorb and retain moisture on the skin surface, prevent skin dryness and moisture loss, and keep the skin soft and smooth. Therefore, it is often added to skin care products such as creams, lotions, and masks as a natural moisturizing ingredient to enhance the moisturizing effect of the product.
Skin conditioning agent: It also has a certain skin conditioning effect, which can promote the metabolism of skin cells, enhance the skin’s barrier function, and improve the skin’s texture and color. In addition, rhamnose is mild to the skin and is suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive skin.