Description

L-Glycero-α-D-manno-heptopyranose 1,2,3,4,6,7-hexaacetate is a fully acetylated derivative of a rare, high-carbon sugar, serving as a crucial chiral building block and biochemical precursor. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry and protective group strategy, enabling advanced synthetic applications in complex carbohydrate chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical developers for the synthesis of specialized glycoconjugates, bacterial antigen analogs, and novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Advanced Carbohydrate Synthesis: A key chiral intermediate for constructing complex oligosaccharides, glycans, and heptose-containing structures.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of novel antibiotics and vaccines, particularly targeting bacterial cell wall components like lipopolysaccharides (LPS).
• Biochemical Tool Development: Serves as a precursor for labeled probes, substrates for glycosyltransferase assays, and metabolic pathway studies.
• Glycoconjugate Preparation: Enables the synthesis of glycoproteins, glycolipids, and other conjugates for immunological and diagnostic applications.
• Standards and Reference Materials: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in carbohydrate analysis.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	L-Glycero-α-D-manno-heptopyranose 1,2,3,4,6,7-Hexaacetate
CAS No.	104486-80-8
Molecular Formula	C19H26O13
Molecular Weight	462.40 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,6,7-Hexa-O-acetyl-L-glycero-α-D-manno-heptopyranose; L-glycero-D-manno-Heptose 1,2,3,4,6,7-hexaacetate; Heptose hexaacetate derivative; Acetylated D-manno-heptose; L-Glycero-D-manno-heptopyranosyl hexaacetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of L-Glycero-α-D-manno-heptopyranose 1,2,3,4,6,7-hexaacetate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) with data from HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation measurements, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for your critical research and development projects.

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) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Optical Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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