Description

Galactitol, 1,4-Anhydro-, Tetraacetate is a high-purity, acetylated derivative of a galactitol anhydride, serving as a crucial chiral building block and synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry and protective group chemistry, enabling precise synthetic transformations in complex molecule assembly. It is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical development teams working on carbohydrate-based drugs, nucleoside analogs, and advanced material science applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other carbohydrate-based therapeutics.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics for biological studies.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a precursor for labeled sugars or affinity tags used to study carbohydrate-processing enzymes and pathways.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and biodegradable materials.
• Process Development: Serves as a reference standard or starting material for scaling up synthetic routes in process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Galactitol, 1,4-Anhydro-, Tetraacetate
CAS No.	134054-60-7
Molecular Formula	C14H20O9
Molecular Weight	332.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Anhydro-D-galactitol Tetraacetate; 1,4-Anhydrogalactitol Tetraacetate; D-1,4-Anhydrogalactitol Tetraacetate; 1,4-Anhydro-Dulcitol Tetraacetate; Tetra-O-acetyl-1,4-anhydro-D-galactitol; 1,4-Anhydro-2,3,5,6-tetra-O-acetyl-D-galactitol; 1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-2,5-di-O-acetyl-D-glucitol (related isomer); Anhydrogalactitol Tetraacetate Ester
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Quality Control

Our Galactitol, 1,4-Anhydro-, Tetraacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee reproducible quality and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

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 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.