Description

2-(Acetylamino)-6-Azido-2,6-Dideoxy-D-Galactose is a specialized, high-purity monosaccharide derivative featuring an azido functional group. This compound is a critical building block in synthetic carbohydrate chemistry, enabling the construction of complex glycoconjugates and neoglycoproteins via bioorthogonal click chemistry. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors developing novel glycotherapeutics, vaccines, and diagnostic tools. The compound's unique structure allows for precise, site-specific modifications of biomolecules.

Application

• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: A key intermediate for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoproteins.
• Bioconjugation & Click Chemistry: The azido group facilitates efficient, copper-catalyzed or strain-promoted azide-alkyne cycloaddition (SPAAC) for labeling and conjugating biomolecules.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of carbohydrate-based vaccines, drug delivery systems, and targeted therapeutics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing activity-based probes to study glycosidase enzymes and carbohydrate-processing pathways.
• Material Science: Employed in the surface functionalization of nanomaterials and polymers to create bioactive coatings.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Integral to creating labeled sugars for imaging and detection assays in clinical diagnostics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Acetylamino)-6-Azido-2,6-Dideoxy-D-Galactose
CAS No.	1190619-44-3
Molecular Formula	C8H14N4O5
Molecular Weight	246.22 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Azido-2-acetamido-2,6-dideoxy-D-galactose; N-Acetyl-6-azido-6-deoxy-D-galactosamine; 2-Acetamido-6-azido-2,6-dideoxy-D-galactopyranose; 6-Azido-D-galactosamine N-acetyl derivative; 6-Azido-2-deoxy-2-acetamido-D-galactose; Azido-modified D-Galactosamine; GalNAc-6-N3; 6-Azido-GalNAc
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch of 2-(Acetylamino)-6-Azido-2,6-Dideoxy-D-Galactose is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and MS to confirm identity, purity, and stability. We adhere to strict in-process controls suitable for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.