Description

(1β→4)-Pentaglucosamine Peracetate is a defined, fully acetylated oligosaccharide derivative of glucosamine. This high-purity intermediate is critical for advanced research and development in carbohydrate chemistry and pharmaceutical synthesis. It serves as a key building block for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors, particularly for developing novel glycoconjugates and studying enzymatic processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex glycans, glycopeptides, and other bioactive carbohydrate-based molecules for drug discovery.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly for glycosyltransferases and hydrolases, to investigate carbohydrate metabolism and signaling.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Acts as a protected building block for the chemical and chemoenzymatic assembly of oligosaccharides and their conjugates with proteins or lipids.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity reference material in analytical methods like HPLC and mass spectrometry for method development and validation in quality control laboratories.
• Material Science: Explored for the development of novel biocompatible and biodegradable materials derived from chitin/chitosan oligomers.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1β→4)-Pentaglucosamine Peracetate
CAS No.	117399-52-7
Molecular Formula	C50H71N5O31
Molecular Weight	1238.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Penta-N-acetyl-chitopentaose; Chitopentaose Pentaacetate; 1,4-Pentakis(N-acetyl-β-D-glucosaminyl) Pentacetate; N,N',N'',N''',N''''-Pentaacetylchitopentaose; β-D-GlcpNAc-(1→4)-β-D-GlcpNAc-(1→4)-β-D-GlcpNAc-(1→4)-β-D-GlcpNAc-(1→4)-D-GlcpNAc Pentacetate; Pentaacetyl Chitopentaose; Oligosaccharide Peracetate Intermediate
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Quality Control

Every batch of (1β→4)-Pentaglucosamine Peracetate is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality assurance protocol includes advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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