Description

1-O,3-O,4-O,5-o-Tetramethyl-D-Galactitol 2,6-Diacetate is a high-purity, synthetically derived carbohydrate derivative, specifically a fully protected and acetylated form of D-galactitol. This compound is of significant value as a key chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies for applications in medicinal chemistry, process development, and the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules, including potential glycosidase inhibitors and novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for carbohydrate-based drugs.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a building block for constructing complex molecular libraries to screen for biological activity against various targets.
• Process Chemistry & Scale-up: Employed in route scouting and optimization for the commercial-scale synthesis of specialized fine chemicals.
• Glycochemistry & Glycobiology: Acts as a protected precursor for the synthesis of oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and probes used in biochemical studies.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in universities and corporate R&D labs for fundamental studies in stereoselective synthesis and reaction methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-O,3-O,4-O,5-o-Tetramethyl-D-Galactitol 2,6-Diacetate
CAS No.	25521-30-6
Molecular Formula	C16H28O10
Molecular Weight	380.39 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Galactitol, 1,3,4,5-tetra-O-methyl-, 2,6-diacetate; 1,3,4,5-Tetra-O-methyl-D-galactitol 2,6-diacetate; 2,6-Di-O-acetyl-1,3,4,5-tetra-O-methyl-D-galactitol; Tetramethyl-D-galactitol diacetate; Protected Galactitol Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-O,3-O,4-O,5-o-Tetramethyl-D-Galactitol 2,6-Diacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation measurement, to ensure identity, purity, and chiral integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.