Description

Methyl 4-O-(2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-galactopyranosyl)-β-D-galactopyranoside is a specialized synthetic glycoside derivative of N-acetylgalactosamine, serving as a critical biochemical tool and building block. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers requiring high-purity, structurally defined carbohydrate analogs for advanced studies and synthesis. It is primarily utilized in glycobiology research, pharmaceutical development, and the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a substrate, inhibitor, or standard in enzymatic studies involving glycosyltransferases and glycosidases to understand carbohydrate-mediated biological processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthetic precursor for the development of novel glycoconjugate vaccines, glycomimetic drugs, and targeted therapeutic agents.
• Diagnostic Reagent Synthesis: Employed in the production of labeled probes and assay components for detecting specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or antibodies.
• Oligosaccharide and Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for the chemical and enzymatic assembly of complex, biologically active oligosaccharide structures.
• Biochemical Standard: Provides a high-purity reference standard for analytical method development and quality control in carbohydrate analysis (HPLC, MS).

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-O-(2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-galactopyranosyl)-β-D-galactopyranoside
CAS No.	156632-80-3
Molecular Formula	C15H27NO11
Molecular Weight	397.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl O-(2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-galactopyranosyl)-(1→4)-β-D-galactopyranoside; Methyl 4-O-(N-Acetyl-β-D-galactosaminyl)-β-D-galactopyranoside; Galβ1-4GalNAcα1-OMe (common representation); N-Acetyl-β-D-galactosaminyl-(1→4)-β-D-galactose methyl glycoside; β-D-Gal-(1→4)-β-D-GalNAc-OMe; 156632-80-3; Methyl 4-O-(2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-galactopyranosyl)-β-D-galactopyranoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-O-(2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-galactopyranosyl)-β-D-galactopyranoside is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure exceptional purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research and development applications. All batches undergo rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and MS to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

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); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccant use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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