Synonym(s)
CAS number: 15892-28-1; D-galactonic acid delta-lactone; d-galactono-1,5-lactone; d-galactono-8-lactones; D-galactonolactones
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Galactone lactone is a substance that is used in cosmetic formulations. Galactone lactone is a humectant (preserves the moisture of the skin).
D-galactonolactone is formed from D-galactose by the action of galactose dehydrogenase.