Bioactivity | D-Tagatose (Standard) is the analytical standard of D-Tagatose. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. D-Tagatose (D-(-)-Tagatose) is a rare monosaccharide found in nature with prebiotic characteristics. D-Tagatose is as a substitute for sucrose and a low-calorie sweetener in foodstuffs such as gum, fruit juice, and beverages. D-Tagatose is also a potential antidiabetic agent for the research of type II diabetes and a prebiotic to help elevate beneficial bacteria in the colon, prevent colon cancer, and lower cholesterol. |
CAS | 87-81-0 |
Formula | C₆H₁₂O₆ |
Molar Mass | 180.16 |
Storage | Please store the product under the recommended conditions in the Certificate of Analysis. |