Description

Phenylgalactoside is a specialized glycoside compound where a phenyl group is linked to a galactose sugar moiety. This molecular structure makes it a valuable biochemical tool and synthetic intermediate for research and industrial applications. It is primarily utilized in enzymology studies, carbohydrate chemistry, and the synthesis of more complex glycoconjugates. Industries requiring advanced glycosylation reagents or substrates for β-galactosidase activity assays will find this product essential.

Application

• Enzymology Research: Acts as a chromogenic or fluorogenic substrate for the detection and kinetic study of β-galactosidase enzyme activity.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Serves as a key building block (glycosyl donor or acceptor) in the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of glycosidase inhibitor drugs and other therapeutic agents targeting carbohydrate-processing pathways.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the formulation of diagnostic kits and assays for genetic reporting (e.g., lacZ gene expression) and microbiological testing.
• Biochemical Probes: Functions as a molecular probe to investigate glycosidase function in cellular systems and metabolic pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Provides a standard or starting material for novel research in glycobiology, chemical biology, and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenylgalactoside
CAS No.	2818-58-8
Molecular Formula	C12H16O6
Molecular Weight	256.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenyl β-D-galactopyranoside; Phenyl-β-D-galactoside; β-Galactosidase substrate (phenyl); Phenyl-D-galactoside; Galactose phenylhydrazone (related); 4-Nitrophenyl-β-D-galactopyranoside (analog); ONPG (common enzymatic substrate analog); Phenyl galactoside
EINECS	220-567-5

Quality Control

Our Phenylgalactoside is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and industrial applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers' quality management systems.

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) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and prevent hydrolysis. For long-term storage, consider using inert atmosphere packaging.

Specification

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

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