Description

Methyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-3-o-(B-D-Galactopyranosyl)-B-D-Glucopyranoside is a chemically defined, high-purity glycoside derivative that serves as a critical building block and reference standard in advanced biochemical research and development. Its precise structure makes it invaluable for studying carbohydrate-protein interactions, enzyme mechanisms, and glycosylation pathways. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and diagnostic manufacturers focused on glycobiology, vaccine development, and the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays to study glycosyltransferases, glycosidases, and lectin binding.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key chiral synthon for the synthesis of more complex glycomimetics and potential therapeutic agents.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Employed in the design and calibration of diagnostic kits for detecting specific carbohydrate antigens or antibodies.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical methods (HPLC, MS, NMR) to quantify or identify related compounds in complex mixtures.
• Bioconjugation Studies: Acts as a model compound for developing new chemical strategies to link carbohydrates to proteins, surfaces, or other molecules.
• Enzyme Characterization: Essential for kinetic studies and determining the specificity of carbohydrate-active enzymes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-3-o-(B-D-Galactopyranosyl)-B-D-Glucopyranoside
CAS No.	100836-88-2
Molecular Formula	C15H25NO11
Molecular Weight	395.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl N-acetyl-β-lactosaminide; Methyl β-lactosaminide; Methyl O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-(1→3)-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranoside; 3-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-N-acetyl-β-D-glucosamine methyl glycoside; β-Lactosamine methyl glycoside; Galβ1-3GlcNAcβ-OMe; Lacto-N-biose I methyl glycoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-3-o-(B-D-Galactopyranosyl)-B-D-Glucopyranoside is produced under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality assurance protocol includes advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your research and compliance needs.

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); ensure the container is sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Assay	≥ 97.0% (on dried basis)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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