Description

Octyl 2-o-(Mannopyranosyl-6-Methylphosphate)Mannopyranoside is a specialized synthetic glycolipid analog, specifically a mannose-derived surfactant. This compound is valued for its unique amphiphilic structure, which combines a hydrophilic carbohydrate head group with a hydrophobic octyl chain, enabling it to interact with biological membranes and proteins. It is primarily sought by researchers and developers in the life sciences sector for applications in membrane protein solubilization, vaccine adjuvant formulation, and targeted drug delivery systems. Its precise chemical architecture makes it a critical tool for studying carbohydrate-protein interactions and developing novel biotherapeutics.

Application

• Membrane Protein Research: Used as a detergent for the extraction, solubilization, and stabilization of integral membrane proteins for structural biology studies (e.g., X-ray crystallography, Cryo-EM).
• Vaccine Adjuvant Development: Explored as a component in novel adjuvant systems to enhance immune responses by targeting carbohydrate receptors on antigen-presenting cells.
• Drug Delivery Systems: Serves as a functional excipient in liposomal and nanoparticle formulations for targeted delivery of therapeutic agents to specific cell types.
• Glycobiology Studies: Acts as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays to study mannose-processing enzymes and lectin binding.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed in the purification and reconstitution of glycosylphosphatidylinositol (GPI)-anchored proteins.
• Diagnostic Assays: Potential use in biosensor surfaces or assay platforms that leverage specific carbohydrate-lectin interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octyl 2-o-(Mannopyranosyl-6-Methylphosphate)Mannopyranoside
CAS No.	157758-70-8
Molecular Formula	C20H37O14P
Molecular Weight	532.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Octyl 2-O-(6-O-Methylphosphono-α-D-mannopyranosyl)-α-D-mannopyranoside; 6-O-Methylphosphono-α-D-Manp-(1→2)-α-D-Manp-OC8; Mannose-based glycolipid surfactant; Synthetic mannophospholipid; Octyl α-D-mannopyranosyl-(1→2)-6-O-methylphosphono-α-D-mannopyranoside; Glycolipid analog CAS 157758-70-8; Phosphorylated mannobiose octyl glycoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with research-grade standards. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry to confirm identity, purity, and chemical structure. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your critical research and development work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider desiccation or storage under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
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.