Description

Phenyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-α-D-Galactopyranoside is a specialized glycoside derivative that serves as a critical biochemical tool and synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its role as a chromogenic or fluorogenic substrate for glycosidase enzymes, enabling precise enzymatic activity studies. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and life science sectors for applications ranging from enzyme characterization to the development of novel therapeutics and diagnostic assays.

Application

• Enzyme Substrate: Acts as a chromogenic or fluorogenic substrate for α-N-acetylgalactosaminidase and related glycosidase enzymes in biochemical assays.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the production of diagnostic kits for the detection of specific enzyme deficiencies or microbial activity.
• Glycobiology Research: A key reagent for studying carbohydrate-processing enzymes, glycosylation pathways, and cell surface interactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of more complex glycoconjugates and potential therapeutic agents.
• Quality Control: Employed as a reference standard in the quality control of enzyme preparations and diagnostic products.
• Microbiology: Used in microbial identification systems that rely on specific glycosidase activity profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-α-D-Galactopyranoside
CAS No.	10139-04-5
Molecular Formula	C14H19NO6
Molecular Weight	297.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenyl N-Acetyl-α-D-galactosaminide; α-D-GalNAc-OC6H5; Phenyl α-N-Acetylgalactosaminide; Phenyl 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-α-D-galactopyranoside; 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-α-D-galactopyranosyl phenyl ether; N-Acetyl-α-D-galactosaminide phenyl; α-Phenyl N-acetylgalactosaminide; GalNAc-α-OPh
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phenyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-α-D-Galactopyranoside is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and specific tests for residual solvents and moisture. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.