Description

7-Deoxycastanospermine is a potent and specific glycosidase inhibitor derived from the castanospermine family of alkaloids. This compound is a critical research tool for studying carbohydrate metabolism and processing, offering high selectivity for certain enzyme targets. It is primarily utilized by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for investigating metabolic disorders, viral entry mechanisms, and as a lead compound in drug discovery programs. The material is supplied with a high level of purity to ensure consistent and reliable experimental results.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a specific inhibitor for studying the function and mechanism of α-glucosidase I and other glycosidases in cellular processes.
• Antiviral Studies: Investigation of its potential to interfere with N-linked glycan processing on viral envelope glycoproteins, impacting viral infectivity.
• Metabolic Disorder Research: Tool compound for modeling and exploring therapeutic pathways for lysosomal storage diseases like Gaucher's disease.
• Glycobiology: Essential reagent for probing the biosynthesis and function of N-linked oligosaccharides in cell biology and immunology.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a reference standard and a potential scaffold for the development of novel therapeutic agents targeting carbohydrate-active enzymes.
• Academic Research: Used in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in enzymology and chemical biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Deoxycastanospermine
CAS No.	129724-72-7
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO3
Molecular Weight	173.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(1S,6S,7R,8R,8aR)-1,6,7,8-Tetrahydroxyoctahydroindolizine; 1-Deoxycastanospermine; 6,7,8-Trihydroxyindolizidine; 7-Deoxycastanospermine; NSC 329874; DCDP; Castanospermine analog
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Quality Control

Every batch of 7-Deoxycastanospermine is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity (IR, NMR), purity (HPLC), and related substances are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and performance. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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