α-Lactose monohydrate, 25 kg

Α-Lactose Monohydrate is offered in laboratory-suitable formats for research and production. This disaccharide, identified as a carbohydrate, has a molecular formula of C12H22O11 and a molecular weight of 342.3 g/mol. It is a component of milk and is structurally related to lactose, differing only in the presence of an additional hydroxyl group. This compound is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of various drugs, particularly antibiotics. Additionally, it serves as a nutrient for certain microorganisms and is used in food technology as a sweetener and emulsifier. The 25 kg pack size makes it suitable for large-scale experiments and industrial applications.

• CAS Number: 10039-26-6