Description

3-o-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-Galactose is a specialized disaccharide sugar derivative with a unique glycosidic linkage. This compound is significant for its role as a biochemical precursor and research tool in carbohydrate chemistry and glycobiology. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and life science sectors for applications in oligosaccharide synthesis and metabolic studies.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard, intermediate, or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides with potential therapeutic applications.
• Diagnostic Reagent Production: Employed in the formulation of specialized reagents for detecting specific enzymes or carbohydrate-binding proteins.
• Glycobiology Studies: Essential for investigating glycosylation processes, cell-cell recognition, and carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Nutritional Science: Studied for its digestibility and potential prebiotic effects within the gastrointestinal tract.
• Enzyme Substrate: Acts as a specific substrate for α-galactosidase and related enzymes in assay development.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-o-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-Galactose
CAS No.	13168-24-6
Molecular Formula	C12H22O11
Molecular Weight	342.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3-O-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-galactose; α-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→3)-D-galactose; D-Galactose, 3-O-α-D-galactopyranosyl-; 3-O-α-Galactosylgalactose; 1,3-Di-O-α-D-galactopyranosyl-D-galactitol precursor; α-D-Galp-(1->3)-D-Galp; 3-α-D-Galactosyl-D-galactose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-o-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-Galactose is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent absorption of water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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