Description

2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Benzyl-D-Galactopyranose Trichloroacetimidate is a crucial glycosyl donor intermediate in modern synthetic carbohydrate chemistry. Its primary value lies in enabling the stereoselective construction of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates, which are essential for pharmaceutical and biochemical research. This high-purity building block is indispensable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors developing novel therapeutics, vaccines, and biological probes.

Application

• Glycosylation Reactions: Acts as a key donor in the synthesis of galactose-containing oligosaccharides and glycans with high stereochemical control.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for carbohydrate-based drugs.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Essential for creating glycoproteins, glycolipids, and other biologically active conjugates for immunological studies.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Serves as a precursor for labeled sugars used in diagnostic assays and imaging agents.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new glycosylation methodologies and synthetic pathways.
• Biochemical Probe Manufacturing: Used to synthesize modified sugars that act as tools for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological recognition processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Benzyl-D-Galactopyranose Trichloroacetimidate
CAS No.	132748-02-8
Molecular Formula	C34H34Cl3NO6
Molecular Weight	659.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-benzyl-D-galactopyranosyl trichloroacetimidate; D-Galactose, 2,3,4,6-tetrakis-O-(phenylmethyl)-, 1-[2,2,2-trichloroethanimidate]; Galactopyranosyl Trichloroacetimidate, Tetra-O-benzyl-; Tetra-O-benzyl-D-galactopyranosyl trichloroacetimidate; Benzylated Galactosyl Trichloroacetimidate; Glycosyl Donor Gal-OTCA; TCA Donor for Galactosylation; 1-O-Trichloroacetimidoyl-2,3,4,6-tetra-O-benzyl-D-galactopyranose
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Benzyl-D-Galactopyranose Trichloroacetimidate is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive synthetic applications. All products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation analysis, to confirm identity, purity, and stereochemical integrity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to maintain optimal stability and reactivity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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