Description

3-Deoxy-β-D-Manno-2-Octulofuranosonic Acid is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and bacterial cell wall components. This compound is of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and pharmaceutical development due to its structural role in lipopolysaccharides and other biologically active molecules. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of glycobiology, vaccine development, and synthetic chemistry.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: A crucial building block for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the development and production of novel antibiotics and therapeutic agents targeting bacterial cell walls.
• Vaccine Development: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of carbohydrate antigens for conjugate vaccines.
• Biochemical Standards: Employed as a high-purity reference standard for analytical method development and quality control in related bioprocesses.
• Enzymology Studies: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in studies of enzymes involved in carbohydrate metabolism, such as sialyltransferases and related enzymes.
• Synthetic Chemistry: A valuable chiral starting material for the total synthesis of natural products and complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Deoxy-β-D-Manno-2-Octulofuranosonic Acid
CAS No.	105369-74-2
Molecular Formula	C8H12O8
Molecular Weight	236.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Deoxy-D-manno-oct-2-ulofuranosonic acid; 3-Deoxy-β-D-manno-oct-2-ulofuranosonic acid; 3-Deoxy-β-D-manno-oct-2-ulofuranosonic acid; KDO (3-deoxy-D-manno-octulosonic acid) derivative; 3-Deoxy-D-manno-octulosonic acid furanoside; 2-O-(Carboxyethyl)-D-arabino-hexofuranose; 3-Deoxy-β-D-manno-2-octulofuranosonic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Deoxy-β-D-Manno-2-Octulofuranosonic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC and NMR. We support compliance with relevant GMP and ISO guidelines for laboratory chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

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

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