六乙酰-D-甘露醇, Hexa-O-acetyl-D-mannitol

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6-Hexa-O-acetyl-D-mannitol (1,2,3,4,5,6-HOM) is a glycoside that belongs to the group of pentose sugars. It is the only natural hexose sugar that contains an acetate residue in its structure. 1,2,3,4,5,6-HOM is found in plants and animals and has been shown to have anti-cancer properties. The reaction products of 1 with various enzymes are also studied for their cancer inhibitory effects. This molecule has also been shown to inhibit lipid peroxidation in mitochondria. 1,2,3,4,5,6-HOM binds to cell surface receptors on cancer cells and inhibits growth by inhibiting the synthesis of DNA and RNA.