Description

Udp-2-Fluoro-2-Deoxygalactose is a fluorinated sugar nucleotide derivative, a key biochemical building block for the study and synthesis of glycoconjugates. This compound is essential for researchers investigating glycosylation pathways, enzyme mechanisms, and carbohydrate-based drug discovery. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, academic biochemists, and biotechnology companies focused on glycobiology and the development of novel therapeutics.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: As a substrate for galactosyltransferases to study enzyme kinetics, inhibition, and specificity in glycosylation processes.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Used to synthesize fluorinated glycans and glycoconjugates for metabolic labeling and imaging studies.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a critical intermediate in the research and development of carbohydrate-based drugs, including antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Enzyme Inhibitor Studies: Acts as a mechanism-based inhibitor or substrate analog for enzymes involved in carbohydrate metabolism.
• Diagnostic Reagent Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized reagents for diagnostic assays targeting specific carbohydrate structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Udp-2-Fluoro-2-Deoxygalactose
CAS No.	115366-69-3
Molecular Formula	C15H23FN2O16P2
Molecular Weight	568.29 g/mol
Synonyms	UDP-2-F-2-deoxy-D-galactose; UDP-2-Fluoro-2-deoxy-D-galactopyranose; Uridine 5'-(trihydrogen diphosphate) P'→5'-ester with 2-fluoro-2-deoxy-D-galactose; 2-Fluoro-2-deoxy-D-galactose UDP ester; UDP-α-D-2-fluoro-2-deoxygalactose
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Quality Control

Our Udp-2-Fluoro-2-Deoxygalactose is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC purity analysis, NMR spectroscopy for structural confirmation, and mass spectrometry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a desiccated environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a dry atmosphere before opening to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%

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