Description

6-Azido-6-Deoxy-α-D-Glucopyranosyl 6-Azido-6-Deoxy-α-D-Glucopyranoside is a specialized disaccharide derivative featuring azido functional groups, which serve as versatile chemical handles for further synthetic modification. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced carbohydrate chemistry. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and chemical synthesis sectors for developing novel glycoconjugates, probes, and materials.

Application

• Click Chemistry Reagent: The azido groups make this compound an ideal substrate for copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reactions, a cornerstone of bioorthogonal chemistry.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Serves as a protected, activated intermediate for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Used to label biomolecules (proteins, antibodies, nucleic acids) with fluorescent tags, affinity labels, or other functional moieties for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a building block in the discovery and development of carbohydrate-based drugs, vaccines, and diagnostic agents.
• Material Science: Employed in the creation of functionalized surfaces, hydrogels, and polymers with tailored biological properties.
• Chemical Biology Tool: Facilitates the study of carbohydrate-protein interactions and metabolic pathways through incorporation into cellular systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	6-Azido-6-Deoxy-α-D-Glucopyranosyl 6-Azido-6-Deoxy-α-D-Glucopyranoside
CAS No.	18933-88-5
Molecular Formula	C12H18N6O9
Molecular Weight	390.31 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α-Trehalose 6,6'-Diazide; 6,6'-Diazido-6,6'-dideoxy-α,α-trehalose; 6-Azido-6-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranosyl 6-azido-6-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranoside; 6,6'-Diazidotrehalose; Diazidotrehalose; 6,6'-Dideoxy-6,6'-diazido-α,α-trehalose; α-D-Glucopyranoside, 6-azido-6-deoxy-, 6-azido-6-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranosyl
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Quality Control

Our 6-Azido-6-Deoxy-α-D-Glucopyranosyl 6-Azido-6-Deoxy-α-D-Glucopyranoside is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure high purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We can support development projects requiring material compliant with cGMP standards for non-clinical research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as indicated on the label or COA. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert gas such as argon or nitrogen in a sealed container.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥95% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
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.