Description

Uridine Diphosphate Galactosamine is a vital nucleotide sugar derivative essential for glycosylation pathways. This high-purity biochemical is critical for research and production in glycobiology and enzymology, serving as a key substrate and donor molecule. It is primarily utilized by biotechnology firms, academic research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies developing advanced therapeutics and diagnostic tools.

Application

• Enzymatic Synthesis: Acts as a galactosamine donor for the enzymatic synthesis of glycoproteins, glycolipids, and proteoglycans.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a critical substrate in studies of glycosyltransferase enzymes, carbohydrate metabolism, and cell signaling pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in the research and production of carbohydrate-based vaccines, antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), and other biopharmaceuticals.
• Diagnostic Reagent Production: Serves as a key component in manufacturing diagnostic kits and assays for detecting specific enzymes or metabolic disorders.
• Cell Culture & Media Supplement: Used in specialized cell culture media to study the effects of glycosylation on cell growth, differentiation, and protein expression.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A crucial reagent for tracing and analyzing metabolic flux in nucleotide sugar and glycosylation pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Uridine Diphosphate Galactosamine
CAS No.	17479-06-0
Molecular Formula	C15H25N3O17P2
Molecular Weight	605.32 g/mol
Synonyms	UDP-Galactosamine; UDP-GalN; Uridine 5'-(trihydrogen diphosphate) P'→5'-ester with 2-amino-2-deoxy-D-galactopyranose; UDP-2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-D-galactose (common precursor); UDP-α-D-Galactosamine; Galactosamine-UDP; Uridine diphosphogalactosamine
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Quality Control

Our Uridine Diphosphate Galactosamine is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and bioprocessing. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under desiccant in a dry environment. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/UV)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Assay	≥ 90% (anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
pH (1% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Endotoxin	< 10 EU/mg

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