Mannosamine

Catalog Number	ACM2636922
CAS Number	2636-92-2
Structure
Description	Mannosamine (Man, 2-Amino-2-Deoxymannose) has the axial hydroxyl group at position 2 replaced by an amino group (Collins, 2006). Mannosamine has importance in the biosynthesis of sialic acids as they are synthesized by the condensation of D-mannosamine with pyruvic acid. Mannosamine has been found to have antitumor activity on human leukemia T-cell lines (Onoda, 1985). Mannosamine was also reported to inhibit glycosylphosphatidylinositol (GPI) synthesis in trypanosomes (Eckert, 1999).
Molecular Weight	179.17 g/mol
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO5
Canonical SMILES	C([C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](C=O)N)O)O)O)O

Custom Q&A

What is the chemical name for mannosamine?

The chemical name for mannosamine is 2-Amino-2-deoxymannose.

What is the CAS number for mannosamine?

The CAS number for mannosamine is 2636-92-2.

What is the definition of mannosamine according to ChEBI?

According to ChEBI, Aldehydo-D-mannosamine is a D-mannosamine in open-chain aldehydo-form.

What are some synonyms for mannosamine?

Some synonyms for mannosamine are mannosamine and Mannose, 2-amino-2-deoxy.

What is the chemical formula for mannosamine?

The chemical formula for mannosamine is C6H13NO5.

What is the structure of mannosamine?

The structure of mannosamine is an amino sugar derived from mannose.

What are some common uses of mannosamine?

Mannosamine is commonly used in the synthesis of glycolipids and peptides.

Is mannosamine a natural compound or a synthetic compound?

Mannosamine can be found as a natural compound in certain organisms, but it can also be synthesized in the laboratory.

Are there any known side effects or risks associated with the use of mannosamine?

There is limited information available about potential side effects or risks of using mannosamine, so it is important to consult a healthcare professional before using this compound.

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