Description

Galβ1-3Galnacα-Bn is a synthetic, chemically defined carbohydrate derivative, specifically a benzyl glycoside of the Galβ1-3GalNAc disaccharide core structure. This compound is a critical building block and reference standard in glycobiology research and pharmaceutical development. It is essential for scientists and manufacturers in the biotechnology, diagnostic, and therapeutic sectors who require high-purity intermediates for oligosaccharide synthesis, enzyme substrate studies, and the development of glycan-based vaccines or biomarkers.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a key intermediate in the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Enzyme Characterization: Serves as a specific substrate for studying the activity and kinetics of glycosyltransferases, glycosidases, and other carbohydrate-processing enzymes.
• Diagnostic Development: Acts as a hapten or coating antigen in the development of immunoassays and lectin-based detection systems for cancer and infectious disease biomarkers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Provides a protected disaccharide core for the synthesis of potential therapeutic agents, including cancer vaccines and anti-adhesion drugs.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for HPLC, MS, and NMR to identify and quantify related glycans in biological samples.
• Biomimetic Material Science: Incorporated into polymers and surfaces to create bioactive materials that mimic cell surface interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Galβ1-3Galnacα-Bn
CAS No.	141020-28-2
Molecular Formula	C21H31NO11
Molecular Weight	473.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-(1→3)-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-α-D-galactopyranoside; Benzyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-3-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-α-D-galactopyranoside; Galβ(1-3)GalNAcα-O-Bn; T-Antigen Disaccharide Benzyl Glycoside; Thomsen-Friedenreich (TF) Antigen Disaccharide Benzyl Glycoside; O-(2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-α-D-galactopyranosyl)-(1→3)-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-(1→O)-benzyl; 141020-28-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Galβ1-3Galnacα-Bn is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We ensure compliance with research-grade standards, with identity and purity verified by advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and academic research.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent decomposition. For long-term storage, consider desiccation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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