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Melibiose

Also known as 6-O-(alpha-D-Galactopyranosyl)-D-glucopyranose, D-Glucose, 6-O-alpha-D-galactopyranosyl-, alpha-D-galactopyranosyl-1-6-D-glucopyranose

CAS 585-99-9Formula C12H22O11Molar mass 342.30 g/molEC 209-568-6
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Melibiose chemical structure, C12H22O11, CAS 585-99-9
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
585-99-9
Formula
C12H22O11
Molar mass
342.30 g/mol
EC number
209-568-6
HS code
294000
Category
Humectants

What is Melibiose?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Melibiose is a glycosylglucose formed by an alpha-(16)-linkage between D-galactose and D-glucose. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, a plant metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and an elastin-laminin receptor agonist.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-[[(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxymethyl]oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
CAS number
585-99-9 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 5340-95-4
EC number
209-568-6
Molecular formula
C12H22O11
INCI name
MELIBIOSE
InChIKey
DLRVVLDZNNYCBX-ABXHMFFYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C12H22O11/c13-1-3-5(14)8(17)10(19)12(23-3)21-2-4-6(15)7(16)9(18)11(20)22-4/h3-20H,1-2H2/t3-,4-,5+,6-,7+,8+,9-,10-,11?,12+/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
OCC1OC(OCC2OC(O)C(O)C(O)C2O)C(O)C(O)C1O
Isomeric SMILES
C([C@@H]1[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O1)OC[C@@H]2[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C(O2)O)O)O)O)O)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • 6-O-(alpha-D-Galactopyranosyl)-D-glucopyranose
  • D-Glucose, 6-O-alpha-D-galactopyranosyl-
  • alpha-D-galactopyranosyl-1-6-D-glucopyranose
  • GlyTouCan:G09165XB
  • (2R,3R,4S,5S)-6-(((2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl)oxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
  • (3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-((((2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl)oxy)methyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
  • (3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-(((2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl)oxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
  • D-Melibiose
  • D-(+)-Melibiose
  • 6-O-alpha-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucopyranose
  • D-Gal-alpha1->6D-Glucose
  • D-Melibiose anhydrous
  • D-mellibiose
  • alpha-D(+)-Melibiose Hydrate, Melibiose (8CI), 6-O-a-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucose, D-(+)-Melibiose, D-Melibiose, NSC 2028
  • Gal-alpha(1,6)Glc
  • alpha-D-Gal-(1->6)-D-Glc
  • alpha-D-Galp-(1->6)-D-Glc
  • D-Gal-alpha(1->6)-D-glucose
  • 6-(alpha-D-galactosido)-D-glucose
  • alpha-D-galactosyl-(1->6)-D-glucose
  • 6-O-(a-D-Galactopyranosyl)-D-glucopyranose anhydrous
  • (3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-[[(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydropyran-2-yl]oxymethyl]tetrahydropyran-2,3,4,5-tetrol

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
342.30 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
342.1162 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-5.4calc.
Topological polar surface area
189.5 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
8calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
11calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
23calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
10calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CCC(COC2CCCCO2)OC1

C1CCC(COC2CCCCO2)OC1

2 rings, 14 atoms.

200 other chemicals share this scaffold

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

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name MELIBIOSE(humectant)

Roles

  • Escherichia coli metabolite
  • Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite
  • agonist
  • animal metabolite
  • bacterial metabolite
  • elastin-laminin receptor agonist
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • fungal metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • mouse metabolite
  • plant metabolite
  • prokaryotic metabolite

Functional uses

  • Humectant

Cosmetic functions

  • Humectant

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2940.00Indicative HS code

Sugar ethers, sugar acetals and sugar esters, and their salts, other than the products of heading 29.37…

World exports in 2024
$1.4B
−5.4% vs 2023, imports $1.42B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany23.7%
  2. China20.6%
  3. United States11.5%
Top importers
  1. United States14.0%
  2. Japan7.4%
  3. Germany6.1%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Melibiose?

Melibiose is a glycosylglucose formed by an alpha-(16)-linkage between D-galactose and D-glucose. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, a plant metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and an elastin-laminin receptor agonist.

What is the CAS number of Melibiose?

The CAS registry number of Melibiose is 585-99-9. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 5340-95-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Melibiose?

The molecular formula of Melibiose is C12H22O11 and its molar mass is 342.30 g/mol.

What is Melibiose used for?

Known uses and roles of Melibiose include humectants in cosmetics and personal care, escherichia coli metabolite, saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, agonist, animal metabolite and 10 more.

Is Melibiose hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Melibiose 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 Melibiose?

Melibiose is usually classified under HS code 294000 (Sugars, chemically pure, other than sucrose, lactose, maltose, glucose and fructose…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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