β-D-Glucose Pentaacetate is used in biochemical reaction and also used as an active pharmaceutical intermediate. Further, it is used to stimulate insulin release in rat pancreatic islets.
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Applicationsβ-D-Glucose Pentaacetate is used in biochemical reaction and also used as an active pharmaceutical intermediate. Further, it is used to stimulate insulin release in rat pancreatic islets.
SolubilitySoluble in chloroform and methanol. Insoluble in water.
NotesStore in a cool place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.