The molecule is the pyranose form of D-galactosamine. It has a role as a toxin. It is a D-galactosamine and a primary amino compound. It derives from a D-galactopyranose. It is a conjugate base of a 2-ammonio-2-deoxy-D-galactopyranose.
(3R,4R,5R,6R)-3-amino-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,4,5-triol