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Fucosamine

Also known as 2-Fucosamine, 2-Amino-2,6-dideoxygalactose, D-fucosamin

CAS 24724-90-1Formula C6H13NO4Molar mass 163.17 g/mol
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Fucosamine chemical structure, C6H13NO4, CAS 24724-90-1
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CAS number
24724-90-1
Formula
C6H13NO4
Molar mass
163.17 g/mol
HS code
292250
Category
Amines and amides

What is Fucosamine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

D-fucosamin has been reported in Chromobacterium violaceum.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2R,3R,4S,5R)-2-amino-3,4,5-trihydroxyhexanal
CAS number
24724-90-1 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 6931-59-5
Molecular formula
C6H13NO4
UNII
A54GI7KVCF, N5WOH7I12L
InChIKey
NTBYIQWZAVDRHA-DPYQTVNSSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H13NO4/c1-3(9)5(10)6(11)4(7)2-8/h2-6,9-11H,7H2,1H3/t3-,4+,5+,6-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC(O)C(O)C(O)C(N)C=O
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C=O)N)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • 2-Fucosamine
  • 2-Amino-2,6-dideoxygalactose
  • D-fucosamin
  • Galactose, 2-amino-2,6-dideoxy-
  • 2-Amino-2-deoxy-D-fucose
  • (2R,3R,4S,5R)-2-amino-3,4,5-trihydroxyhexanal
  • 2-Amino-2,6-dideoxy-D-galactose
  • D-Galactose, 2-amino-2,6-dideoxy-
  • DL-fucosamine
  • D-Fucosylamine
  • Fucosamine, dl-
  • Fucosamine, (+/-)-
  • 2,6-Dideoxy-2-aminogalactose

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
163.17 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
163.0845 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-2.38calc.
Topological polar surface area
103.8 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
4calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.83calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
4calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Fucosamine is traded under.

HS 2922.50Indicative HS code

Amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function

World exports in 2024
$3.29B
−5.9% vs 2023, imports $3.19B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China39.2%
  2. United Kingdom27.1%
  3. India * partner reported4.8%
Top importers
  1. United States20.7%
  2. Germany7.6%
  3. Italy6.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Fucosamine, based on the data on this page

What is Fucosamine?

D-fucosamin has been reported in Chromobacterium violaceum.

What is the CAS number of Fucosamine?

The CAS registry number of Fucosamine is 24724-90-1. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 6931-59-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Fucosamine?

The molecular formula of Fucosamine is C6H13NO4 and its molar mass is 163.17 g/mol.

What is Fucosamine used for?

Known uses and roles of Fucosamine include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Fucosamine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Fucosamine 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 Fucosamine?

Fucosamine is usually classified under HS code 292250 (Amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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