Description

Chitotetraose Tetradecaacetate is a fully acetylated derivative of a chitooligosaccharide, specifically a tetramer of N-acetylglucosamine. This compound serves as a crucial high-purity biochemical intermediate and research standard for studying chitinase and lysozyme enzyme activity. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers, biotechnology companies, and academic institutions engaged in glycobiology, enzymology, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Enzyme Substrate & Inhibitor Studies: A key substrate for kinetic and mechanistic studies of chitinases, lysozymes, and related hydrolytic enzymes.
• Glycobiology Research: Used as a standard or building block in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates for immunological and signaling research.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a precursor or intermediate in the research and development of anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, or immunomodulatory drugs.
• Biochemical Assay Standard: Employed as a high-purity reference standard for calibrating analytical methods like HPLC or mass spectrometry in carbohydrate analysis.
• Agricultural Science Research: Investigated for its potential role in plant defense signaling and as an elicitor in sustainable crop protection strategies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chitotetraose Tetradecaacetate
CAS No.	117399-51-6
Molecular Formula	C52H72N4O31
Molecular Weight	1249.14 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N',N'',N'''-Tetradecaacetylchitotetraose; Chitotetraose 14-acetate; 1,2,3,4-Tetradeca-O-acetyl-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-[2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranosyl] trisaccharide; Tetra-N-acetylchitotetraose peracetate; GlcNAc4(Ac)14; Chitin tetramer tetradecaacetate; Peracetylated chitotetraose
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Quality Control

Our Chitotetraose Tetradecaacetate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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). For long-term storage, consider desiccation or storage under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

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)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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