Description

2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Benzoyl-A-D-Galactopyranoside Trichloroacetimidate is a high-purity, protected glycosyl donor, a critical intermediate in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates. Its value lies in its exceptional reactivity and selectivity, enabling efficient and stereocontrolled glycosylation reactions crucial for advanced research and development. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical chemists and researchers in the fields of glycobiology, carbohydrate chemistry, and drug discovery, particularly for the development of novel therapeutics, vaccines, and diagnostic tools.

Application

• Glycosylation Reagent: A key building block for the stereoselective synthesis of galactose-containing oligosaccharides and glycans.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of carbohydrate-based drugs, including antibiotics, antivirals, and anticancer agents.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Critical for creating glycoproteins, glycolipids, and other biologically active molecules for immunological and biochemical studies.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: A fundamental tool in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new glycosylation methodologies and reaction mechanisms.
• Bioconjugation: Enables the attachment of carbohydrate moieties to proteins, peptides, or other biomolecules for targeted drug delivery and diagnostic applications.
• Standards and Reference Material: Serves as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in carbohydrate synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Benzoyl-A-D-Galactopyranoside Trichloroacetimidate
CAS No.	138479-78-4
Molecular Formula	C35H28Cl3NO9
Molecular Weight	713.95 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-benzoyl-α-D-galactopyranosyl trichloroacetimidate; α-D-Galactopyranoside, 2,3,4,6-tetra-O-benzoyl-, 1-(2,2,2-trichloroethanimidate); Galactosyl Trichloroacetimidate, Perbenzoylated; 1-O-Trichloroacetimidoyl-2,3,4,6-tetra-O-benzoyl-α-D-galactopyranose; Perbenzoyl-α-D-galactosyl Trichloroacetimidate; TCAI Galactose Donor (Bz); 138479-78-4; α-Galactosyl Trichloroacetimidate (Bz4)
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Benzoyl-A-D-Galactopyranoside Trichloroacetimidate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity, identity, and stability, meeting the stringent requirements of research and pharmaceutical development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (by HPLC/NMR), identity confirmation, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C or as indicated on the label or COA. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and reactivity. Keep container tightly sealed in a desiccated environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.