Description

6-o-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-Fructofuranose is a specialized disaccharide derivative of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and product development. This compound is valued for its unique structural configuration, which serves as a key intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis and analysis of complex carbohydrates. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on glycobiology, pharmaceutical development, and nutraceutical innovation. The precise structure of this molecule makes it essential for studies involving enzyme specificity, metabolic pathways, and the development of novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a critical reference standard and intermediate in glycobiology studies, enzyme mechanism investigations, and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block or precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting carbohydrate-mediated biological processes.
• Nutraceutical & Functional Food R&D: Investigated for potential applications in developing advanced prebiotics, probiotics, or other functional ingredients that modulate gut microbiota.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Employed in the production of enzymatic assay kits and diagnostic reagents designed to detect specific carbohydrate-active enzymes or metabolites.
• Academic Research: A valuable tool for universities and research institutes conducting fundamental studies on carbohydrate chemistry, structural biology, and molecular recognition.
• Cosmetic Science: Explored for potential skin-benefitting properties in high-end cosmetic formulations, leveraging its biochemical activity.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	6-o-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-Fructofuranose
CAS No.	111188-56-8
Molecular Formula	C12H22O11
Molecular Weight	342.30 g/mol
Synonyms	6-O-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-fructose; 6-α-D-Galactosyl-D-fructose; D-Fructose, 6-O-α-D-galactopyranosyl-; Galactosylfructose; α-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→6)-D-fructose; 1,6-Anhydro-β-D-fructofuranose 6-galactoside; (3R,4S,5R,6R)-6-(((2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-Trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yl)oxy)hexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol
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Quality Control

Our 6-o-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-Fructofuranose is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each batch to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. Avoid prolonged exposure to air during handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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