Rhamnose (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

6-deoxy-K-mannose; CAS number: 10030-85-0

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Monosaccharide with the molecular formula: C6H12O5. Rhamnose forms whitish-colourless crystals of initially sweet, then bitter taste. Rhamnose is biosynthetically produced from glucose. The substance is easily soluble in water and soluble in ethanol. Rhamnose is a component of many glycosides (anthocyanins, quercitrin, hesperidin, etc.).

Rhamnose is used in cosmetic formulations. The sugar has a moisture-retaining effect.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer