Description

5-n-Acetyl-7-n-Formylpseudaminic Acid is a specialized pseudaminic acid derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of bacterial glycoconjugates and sialic acid analogs. This compound is of significant value for research and development in medicinal chemistry and microbiology, particularly in the study of bacterial pathogenesis and vaccine development. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, biotechnology companies, and academic institutions focused on carbohydrate chemistry, anti-infective drug discovery, and glycobiology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical building block for the synthesis of novel sialic acid analogs and glycoconjugate vaccines targeting bacterial infections.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies related to bacterial sialyltransferases and virulence factors.
• Glycobiology Studies: Essential for investigating the role of pseudaminic acid in bacterial flagellar glycosylation and host-pathogen interactions.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for developing potential anti-bacterial agents and diagnostic tools that interfere with bacterial surface polysaccharide biosynthesis.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in related API manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-n-Acetyl-7-n-Formylpseudaminic Acid
CAS No.	101410-16-6
Molecular Formula	C13H21NO9
Molecular Weight	335.31 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Acetamido-7-formamido-3,5,7,9-tetradeoxy-D-glycero-D-galacto-non-2-ulosonic Acid; Pseudaminic Acid Derivative; 5-Acetyl-7-formylpseudaminic Acid; 5-N-Acetyl-7-N-formylpseudaminic Acid; 7-Formyl-5-acetylpseudaminic Acid; Bacterial Sialic Acid Analog; Pse5Ac7Fo
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Quality Control

Our 5-n-Acetyl-7-n-Formylpseudaminic Acid is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and MS for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and moisture to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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