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Aldehydes and ketones

3-Deoxyfructose

Also known as (4S,5R)-1,4,5,6-tetrahydroxyhexan-2-one, 3-Deoxyhexulose, 3-Deoxy-D-erythro-2-Hexulose

CAS 6196-57-2Formula C6H12O5Molar mass 164.16 g/mol
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3-Deoxyfructose chemical structure, C6H12O5, CAS 6196-57-2
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
6196-57-2
Formula
C6H12O5
Molar mass
164.16 g/mol
HS code
291440
Category
Aldehydes and ketones

What is 3-Deoxyfructose?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

3-deoxy-keto-D-fructose is a deoxyketohexose that is keto-D-fructose that is lacking the hydroxy group at position 3. A metabolite of 3-deoxyglucosone, a dicarbonyl sugar synthesised through the Maillard reaction. It is an alpha-hydroxy ketone, a hexanone, a deoxyketohexose and a beta-hydroxy ketone.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(4S,5R)-1,4,5,6-tetrahydroxyhexan-2-one
CAS number
6196-57-2 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C6H12O5
InChIKey
OXFWZSUJNURRMW-NTSWFWBYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H12O5/c7-2-4(9)1-5(10)6(11)3-8/h5-8,10-11H,1-3H2/t5-,6+/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
O=C(CO)CC(O)C(O)CO
Isomeric SMILES
C([C@@H]([C@@H](CO)O)O)C(=O)CO

Synonyms

  • (4S,5R)-1,4,5,6-tetrahydroxyhexan-2-one
  • 3-Deoxyhexulose
  • 3-Deoxy-D-erythro-2-Hexulose
  • 3-deoxy-D-erythro-hex-2-ulose
  • D-erythro-2-Hexulose, 3-deoxy-
  • 3-deoxy-keto-D-fructose

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
164.16 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
164.0685 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-2.35calc.
Topological polar surface area
97.99 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
4calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.83calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 3-Deoxyfructose is traded under.

HS 2914.40Indicative HS code

Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes

World exports in 2024
$199M
+2.5% vs 2023, imports $247M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China29.5%
  2. Germany14.4%
  3. Netherlands12.7%
Top importers
  1. United States37.2%
  2. Netherlands8.5%
  3. Germany6.4%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 3-Deoxyfructose is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 3-Deoxyfructose, based on the data on this page

What is 3-Deoxyfructose?

3-deoxy-keto-D-fructose is a deoxyketohexose that is keto-D-fructose that is lacking the hydroxy group at position 3. A metabolite of 3-deoxyglucosone, a dicarbonyl sugar synthesised through the Maillard reaction. It is an alpha-hydroxy ketone, a hexanone, a deoxyketohexose and a beta-hydroxy ketone.

What is the CAS number of 3-Deoxyfructose?

The CAS registry number of 3-Deoxyfructose is 6196-57-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 3-Deoxyfructose?

The molecular formula of 3-Deoxyfructose is C6H12O5 and its molar mass is 164.16 g/mol.

What is 3-Deoxyfructose used for?

Known uses and roles of 3-Deoxyfructose include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is 3-Deoxyfructose hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 3-Deoxyfructose is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 3-Deoxyfructose?

3-Deoxyfructose is usually classified under HS code 291440 (Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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