Description

.Alpha.-L-Tagatofuranose, 6-Azido-6-Deoxy-3,4-o-(1-Methylethylidene)- is a specialized, high-purity carbohydrate derivative featuring a strategically positioned azido functional group. This compound is a critical advanced synthetic intermediate for the development of novel bioactive molecules and complex glycoconjugates. It is primarily required by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic reagent sectors for applications in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology.

Application

• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: A key building block for the chemical synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids.
• Medicinal Chemistry Intermediate: Used in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly in carbohydrate-based drug discovery.
• Click Chemistry Substrate: The azido group enables efficient, high-yield conjugation via copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) for bioconjugation and probe labeling.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing labeled sugars used in diagnostic assays and imaging probes.
• Chemical Biology Tool: Employed in studying carbohydrate-protein interactions and metabolic pathways.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for synthetic organic chemists exploring new glycosylation methodologies and carbohydrate chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	.Alpha.-L-Tagatofuranose, 6-Azido-6-Deoxy-3,4-o-(1-Methylethylidene)-
CAS No.	151252-13-0
Molecular Formula	C9H13N3O5
Molecular Weight	243.22 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Azido-6-deoxy-3,4-O-isopropylidene-α-L-tagatofuranose; 3,4-O-Isopropylidene-6-azido-6-deoxy-α-L-tagatofuranose; 6-Azido-6-deoxy-1,2-O-isopropylidene-α-L-tagatofuranose (alternative numbering); 6-Azido-3,4-O-(1-methylethylidene)-α-L-tagatofuranose; α-L-6-Azidotagatofuranose 3,4-acetonide; 6-N3-α-L-Tagatofuranose acetonide; Azido-tagatose derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our .Alpha.-L-Tagatofuranose derivative is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and pre-clinical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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