Description

.Alpha.-L-Tagatofuranose, 6-Azido-6-Deoxy-1,2:3,4-Bis-o-(1-Methylethylidene)- is a protected azido sugar derivative, a crucial chiral building block in synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive azido group, which serves as a versatile precursor for further functionalization via click chemistry or reduction to an amine. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, particularly for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, carbohydrate-based drugs, and complex glycoconjugates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of novel antiviral and anticancer nucleoside analogs.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Building block for constructing complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids via click chemistry.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Used in the synthesis of activity-based probes and metabolic labeling agents for studying glycosylation pathways.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Fundamental reagent for academic and industrial research into new glycosylation methodologies and carbohydrate mimetics.
• Bioconjugation: Enables site-specific labeling and modification of proteins, antibodies, and other biomolecules.
• Material Science: Potential monomer for creating novel bio-derived polymers and hydrogels with specific biological functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	.Alpha.-L-Tagatofuranose, 6-Azido-6-Deoxy-1,2:3,4-Bis-o-(1-Methylethylidene)-
CAS No.	151252-15-2
Molecular Formula	C12H19N3O5
Molecular Weight	285.30 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Azido-6-deoxy-1,2:3,4-di-O-isopropylidene-α-L-tagatofuranose; 1,2:3,4-Di-O-isopropylidene-6-azido-6-deoxy-α-L-tagatofuranose; 6-Azido-1,2:3,4-di-O-isopropylidene-α-L-tagatofuranose; 6-Azido-6-deoxy-α-L-tagatofuranose diacetone derivative; L-Tagatose 6-azido-6-deoxy diacetonide; α-L-6-Azidotagatofuranose di-O-isopropylidene acetal; 6-N3-α-L-Tagatofuranose diacetonide
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Quality Control

Our .Alpha.-L-Tagatofuranose, 6-Azido-6-Deoxy-1,2:3,4-Bis-o-(1-Methylethylidene)- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and specific tests for residual solvents and moisture. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP starting material requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and consideration should be given to storage under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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