Description

Methyl β-D-Thiogalactopyranoside Phosphate is a specialized thioglycoside phosphate derivative, a crucial intermediate in carbohydrate chemistry and enzymology research. Its primary value lies in its role as a substrate or inhibitor for glycosyltransferases and phosphatases, enabling critical studies in biochemical pathways and enzyme kinetics. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic reagent sectors, particularly for developing assays and exploring glycosylation processes.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a substrate or competitive inhibitor for studying the activity and mechanism of β-galactosidase and related enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of novel glycosidase inhibitors with potential therapeutic applications.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Used in the formulation of enzymatic assay kits for clinical diagnostics and life science research.
• Glycobiology Studies: A vital tool for investigating carbohydrate metabolism, cell signaling, and glycoprotein synthesis pathways.
• Enzyme Profiling: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms to identify and characterize new enzyme targets.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl β-D-Thiogalactopyranoside Phosphate
CAS No.	23973-05-9
Molecular Formula	C7H15O8PS
Molecular Weight	290.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 1-Thio-β-D-galactopyranoside Phosphate; Methyl β-D-Thiogalactopyranoside 1-Phosphate; 1-Thio-β-D-galactopyranoside Methyl Ester Phosphate; Thiogalactoside Phosphate; β-D-Thiogalactopyranoside Methyl Ester Phosphate; Methyl 1-Thio-β-D-galactopyranoside 1-Phosphoric Acid Ester; CAS 23973-05-9
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Quality Control

Our Methyl β-D-Thiogalactopyranoside Phosphate is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous standards of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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