disodium;[[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(2,4-dioxopyrimidin-1-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methoxy-oxidophosphoryl] [(2R,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl] phosphate


Chemical Name: disodium;[[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(2,4-dioxopyrimidin-1-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methoxy-oxidophosphoryl] [(2R,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl] phosphate
CAS Number: 117756-22-6
Product Number: AG0081FK(AGN-PC-007NA0)
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MDL No: MFCD00216890
Molecular Formula: C15H22N2Na2O17P2
Molecular Weight: 610.2654

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Uridine-5'-diphosphoglucose, disodium salt is a key reagent used in various chemical synthesis applications. It serves as a vital precursor in the biosynthesis of glycogen and starch, playing a critical role in the biochemical pathways related to carbohydrate metabolism. In organic chemistry, this compound is utilized in the enzymatic conversion of glucose-1-phosphate to UDP-glucose, a crucial step in the production of polysaccharides and glycoconjugates. Additionally, Uridine-5'-diphosphoglucose, disodium salt is employed in the synthesis of nucleotide sugars, which are essential building blocks in the modification and biosynthesis of glycoproteins, glycolipids, and other carbohydrate-containing biomolecules. Its versatile applications make it a valuable tool for researchers and professionals in the field of chemical synthesis.