Description

Allyl-β-D-Galactopyranoside is a specialized glycoside derivative where an allyl group is attached to the anomeric carbon of D-galactose. This compound is a crucial chemical building block and intermediate in synthetic carbohydrate chemistry, enabling the creation of more complex glycoconjugates. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic reagent sectors for developing novel glycotherapeutics, enzyme substrates, and affinity ligands.

Application

• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: A key intermediate for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of carbohydrate-based drugs, prodrugs, and targeted delivery systems.
• Enzyme Substrate & Inhibitor Design: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor precursor for glycosidase and glycosyltransferase enzymes in biochemical studies.
• Diagnostic Reagent Production: Employed in the manufacture of reagents for diagnostic assays that detect specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or enzymes.
• Biomaterial Functionalization: Used to introduce galactose moieties onto surfaces, polymers, or nanoparticles for cell targeting or biosensor applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a starting material for creating activity-based probes to study glycosylation processes in living systems.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Allyl-β-D-Galactopyranoside
CAS No.	2595-07-5
Molecular Formula	C9H16O6
Molecular Weight	220.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Allyl β-D-Galactopyranoside; Allyl β-D-Galactoside; Allylgalactoside; 1-O-Allyl-β-D-galactopyranose; β-D-Galactopyranosyl allyl ether; 2-(Allyloxy)-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Allyl-β-D-Galactopyranoside is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, specific optical rotation measurement, and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Optical 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.