Description

2-Deoxy-α-D-Galactopyranose is a specialized monosaccharide derivative, a key building block in carbohydrate chemistry and glycobiology research. This compound is valued for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and biologically active molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceutical development, diagnostic reagent formulation, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral synthon for the development of novel glycosidase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and cancer therapeutics.
• Glycobiology Research: Used as a standard or precursor in enzymatic and chemical synthesis studies to understand glycan structure-function relationships.
• Diagnostic Reagent Synthesis: Employed in the production of labeled probes and substrates for enzymatic assays and diagnostic kits.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of more complex deoxy sugars, glycosides, and carbohydrate mimetics.
• Bioconjugation: Utilized in the chemical modification of proteins, peptides, and surfaces to introduce specific sugar motifs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Deoxy-α-D-Galactopyranose
CAS No.	14215-77-1
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Deoxy-D-galactose; 2-Deoxy-D-lyxo-hexose; D-2-Deoxygalactose; 2-Deoxy-α-D-galactose; α-D-2-Deoxygalactopyranose; 2dGal; (2R,4S,5R)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,4,5-triol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Deoxy-α-D-Galactopyranose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, specific rotation, and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	+50° to +60° (c=1 in H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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