Description

Ethyl 2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Acetyl-A-D-Thiogalactopyranoside is a key thioglycoside building block extensively used in carbohydrate chemistry and glycobiology research. This compound is valued for its role as a glycosyl donor in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates, enabling the study of biological recognition processes. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors for developing novel therapeutics, vaccines, and analytical reagents.

Application

• Glycosylation Reagent: Acts as a crucial glycosyl donor in chemical and enzymatic synthesis of oligosaccharides and glycoproteins.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of carbohydrate-based drugs, including antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Essential for creating neoglycoconjugates used in vaccine development and immunological studies.
• Enzyme Substrate/Inhibitor: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor for glycosidases and glycosyltransferases in biochemical assays.
• Diagnostic Probe Development: Employed in the synthesis of labeled carbohydrate probes for diagnostic and imaging applications.
• Material Science: Used in the surface functionalization of materials for biosensor and microarray fabrication.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Acetyl-A-D-Thiogalactopyranoside
CAS No.	126187-25-5
Molecular Formula	C16H24O9S
Molecular Weight	392.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-acetyl-1-thio-α-D-galactopyranoside; 1-Thioethyl 2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-α-D-galactopyranoside; Ethyl 1-thio-α-D-galactopyranoside tetraacetate; α-D-Galactopyranoside, ethyl 2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-1-thio-; Ethyl 2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-acetyl-α-D-thiogalactopyranoside; 1-S-Ethyl 2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-1-thio-α-D-galactopyranoside; Acetylated Ethyl Thiogalactoside
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Acetyl-A-D-Thiogalactopyranoside is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and structural integrity suitable for sensitive research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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 should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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