Fructose- 100gm Packs

Fructose is a naturally occurring monosaccharide, commonly known as fruit sugar, that is widely used in biochemical, analytical, and educational laboratory work. With the molecular formula C₆H₁₂O₆, it is a hexose sugar found naturally in fruits and honey. Fructose is of interest in carbohydrate chemistry because of its reducing-sugar behaviour, high solubility in water, and role in studies of sugar metabolism and biochemical reactions. These 100 gm packs are suitable for laboratory settings where fructose is required for controlled experiments, qualitative investigations, and preparation of research solutions. Its defined chemical identity makes it useful for studying carbohydrate properties and comparing the behaviour of different monosaccharides under laboratory conditions. Use it according to the requirements of the intended laboratory procedure.

Product Specifications

Key Features of Fructose

• Defined monosaccharide: Fructose is a six-carbon ketohexose sugar used in carbohydrate chemistry and biochemical studies.
• Water solubility: It dissolves readily in water, making it convenient for preparing laboratory solutions.
• Reducing-sugar behaviour: Fructose can participate in reducing-sugar reactions under suitable test conditions.
• Useful research compound: Its chemical properties make it relevant to studies involving sugars, metabolism, and biochemical transformations.
• Convenient pack size: The 100 gm pack is suitable for routine laboratory work and small-scale experimental preparation.

Laboratory Applications of Fructose

• Carbohydrate identification: Used in laboratory demonstrations and investigations of monosaccharide reactions.
• Reducing-sugar tests: Suitable as a reference carbohydrate in appropriate qualitative tests, including tests based on reducing behaviour.
• Biochemistry experiments: Used in educational and research procedures examining carbohydrate properties and metabolism.
• Chromatographic studies: Can be used as a reference compound in suitable methods for separating and identifying sugars.
• Solution preparation: Used to prepare fructose solutions for controlled laboratory experiments and comparative studies of carbohydrates.

Why Choose Lab Wale to Buy Fructose

Lab Wale offers laboratory chemicals in practical pack sizes for educational, analytical, and research environments. The 100 gm pack of fructose is convenient for laboratories that require a manageable quantity for routine experiments, solution preparation, and carbohydrate studies. Before use, review the product label and applicable safety information to confirm suitability for the intended procedure. Select the required quantity according to your laboratory’s experimental needs, handling practices, and storage arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fructose

1. What is fructose?

Fructose is a monosaccharide, or simple sugar, with the molecular formula C₆H₁₂O₆. It is commonly found in fruits and honey and is studied in carbohydrate chemistry and biochemistry because of its structure, solubility, and chemical reactions.

2. Is fructose a reducing sugar?

Yes. Fructose can give positive results in common reducing-sugar tests under suitable conditions. Although it is a ketose rather than an aldose, it can undergo chemical transformations in alkaline test solutions that enable reducing reactions.

3. Is fructose soluble in water?

Yes. Fructose is readily soluble in water, which makes it useful for preparing solutions for laboratory experiments. Solubility in a particular procedure can depend on factors such as temperature, concentration, and the composition of the solution.

4. What is the molecular weight of fructose?

The molecular weight of fructose is approximately 180.16 g/mol. Its molecular formula is C₆H₁₂O₆, and its empirical formula is CH₂O. These values are useful when calculating quantities for molar solutions and stoichiometric laboratory procedures.

5. How should fructose be stored in a laboratory?

Store fructose in a tightly closed, clearly labelled container in a cool, dry place. Protect it from moisture and contamination, and follow the product label and applicable laboratory storage guidance. Use clean, dry utensils when handling the material.

Storage Conditions for Fructose

Keep fructose in a tightly sealed, clearly labelled container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated storage area. Protect it from moisture, excessive heat, and contamination. Close the container promptly after use and avoid introducing water or other materials into the original pack. Store it according to the product label and your laboratory’s chemical-management procedures.

Precautions for Handling Fructose

Wear appropriate laboratory personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, a lab coat, and suitable gloves. Avoid creating or inhaling dust while transferring the powder, and work with adequate ventilation. Prevent contact with the eyes and avoid accidental ingestion. Use clean equipment and do not return unused material to the original container. Clean spills promptly using suitable laboratory procedures, and consult the product label and safety information before use.