Description

Methyl 2-O,3-O,4-O,5-o-Tetramethyl-α-D-Galactoseptanoside is a specifically protected carbohydrate derivative, serving as a crucial chiral building block and synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a chemically defined, stereochemically pure scaffold for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in pharmaceutical development, glycochemistry, and fine chemical synthesis who require high-purity, specialized intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those with carbohydrate-based pharmacophores.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and other biologically active glycoconjugates for research and therapeutic applications.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Acts as a building block for creating labeled or modified sugars used to study glycosylation processes and carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Provides a stereochemically defined template for the construction of other chiral molecules in fine chemical and catalyst development.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in synthetic organic chemistry and carbohydrate research.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methyl 2-O,3-O,4-O,5-o-Tetramethyl-α-D-Galactoseptanoside
CAS No.	17152-59-9
Molecular Formula	C11H22O6
Molecular Weight	250.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl α-D-Galactoseptanoside 2,3,4,5-Tetramethyl Ether; Methyl 2,3,4,5-Tetra-O-methyl-α-D-galacto-hept-1,5-pyranoside; α-D-Galacto-Heptopyranoside, Methyl 2,3,4,5-tetradeoxy-2,3,4,5-tetramethyl-; Methyl Tetramethyl-α-D-galactoseptanoside; 1,5-Anhydro-2,3,4,5-tetradeoxy-2,3,4,5-tetramethyl-D-galactitol, Methyl Glycoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-O,3-O,4-O,5-o-Tetramethyl-α-D-Galactoseptanoside is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and specific impurities are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound should be kept under an inert atmosphere if long-term storage is required to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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