Description

1-o-(β-D-Galactofuranosyl)-D-Glycerol is a specialized carbohydrate derivative, a galactofuranosyl glycerol, that serves as a crucial building block and reference standard in advanced biochemical research and synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key structural motif for studying glycobiology and developing novel bioactive compounds. This high-purity biochemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors who require precise, well-characterized intermediates for glycoscience applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a critical intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis of novel glycoconjugates, glycomimetics, and potential therapeutic agents targeting bacterial or fungal cell walls.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Used in enzymatic studies, particularly for galactofuranosidase and glycosyltransferase assays, to investigate metabolic pathways and enzyme specificity.
• Glycobiology Studies: Serves as a fundamental building block for constructing complex oligosaccharides and glycans to study cell signaling, immune response, and pathogen-host interactions.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Employed in the development of diagnostic assays and kits that detect specific carbohydrate antigens or enzymatic activities associated with diseases.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A vital reagent for chemical biology, medicinal chemistry, and synthetic biology projects focused on carbohydrate chemistry and drug discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-o-(β-D-Galactofuranosyl)-D-Glycerol
CAS No.	20196-73-0
Molecular Formula	C9H18O9
Molecular Weight	294.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-O-(β-D-Galactofuranosyl)-D-glycerol; β-D-Galactofuranosyl-(1→1)-D-glycerol; D-Glycerol 1-(β-D-galactofuranoside); Galf-β-(1→1)-Gro; Galactofuranosylglycerol; 1-O-β-D-Galactofuranosylglycerol; (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-3,4,5-trihydroxyoxan-2-yl]oxyoxolane-3,4-diol (related IUPAC form)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-o-(β-D-Galactofuranosyl)-D-Glycerol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemicals and can provide material tailored to specific research-grade or cGMP starting material requirements 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere in a desiccator to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Typical ≥ 98%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
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.