Description

Phenylethyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-β-D-Glucopyranoside is a specialized glycoside derivative of N-acetylglucosamine, serving as a crucial building block and reference standard in advanced biochemical research and synthesis. Its core value lies in enabling the study and development of glycosylation processes, which are fundamental to understanding cellular communication, drug targeting, and material science. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors who require reliable, well-characterized intermediates for carbohydrate chemistry and glycobiology applications.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a key intermediate or substrate in enzymatic studies to investigate glycosyltransferase and glycosidase activities.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of novel glycosylated drug candidates, including antibiotics and anti-cancer agents.
• Bioconjugate Chemistry: Employed in the preparation of glycoconjugates for vaccine development, targeted drug delivery systems, and diagnostic probes.
• Enzyme Inhibitor Studies: Acts as a substrate analog or inhibitor in mechanistic studies of carbohydrate-processing enzymes.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR analysis in quality control and method development labs.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile chiral starting material for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycomimetics.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Phenylethyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-β-D-Glucopyranoside
CAS No.	197574-94-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₃NO₇
Molecular Weight	341.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Acetylamino)-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranose 1-(2-phenylethyl) acetal; Phenylethyl N-Acetyl-β-D-glucosaminide; β-D-Glucopyranoside, 2-(acetylamino)-1,2-dideoxy-, 1-(2-phenylethyl)-; N-Acetyl-β-D-glucosaminide phenylethyl derivative; GlcNAc-β-O-CH₂CH₂Ph; 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranosyl 2-phenylethyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phenylethyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-β-D-Glucopyranoside is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and specific tests for residual solvents and moisture to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 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.