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Arabinose

Arabinose

  • Origin: China
  • CAS Number: 28697-53-2
  • HS Code: 2940.00.00
IUPAC Name
(2R,3R,4S)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydroxypentanal
Molecular Formula
C5H10O5
Molecular Weight (g/mol)
150.1300
InChIKey
SRBFZHDQGSBBOR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C5H10O5/c6-2-1-10-5(9)4(8)3(2)7/h2-9H,1H2
Synonyms & Trade Names
L-Arabinose; Arabinose; Pectin sugar

Categories

Sweeteners

Technical Document

Arabinose

Arabinose is a pentose sugar that inhibits sucrase enzymes to reduce carbohydrate absorption and blood sugar spikes. In the food industry, it functions as a low-glycemic sweetener and functional ingredient for diabetic-friendly products, provides mild sweetness with anti-obesity claims, and maintains stability in beverages and confections.