| Bioactivity | (-)-Fucose is classified as a member of the hexoses, plays a role in A and B blood group antigen substructure determination, selectin-mediated leukocyte-endothelial adhesion, and host-microbe interactions. |
| Name | (-)-Fucose |
| CAS | 2438-80-4 |
| Formula | C6H12O5 |
| Molar Mass | 164.16 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | -20°C, stored under nitrogen *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (stored under nitrogen) |