Description

Methyl α-D-Glucopyranoside 2,3,4,6-Tetrasulfate Potassium Salt is a highly sulfated carbohydrate derivative, specifically the potassium salt of a methyl glucoside tetrasulfate. This compound is valued for its strong anionic character and water solubility, making it a versatile intermediate and functional agent in advanced research and specialty formulations. It is primarily sought by researchers and industrial chemists in the fields of glycobiology, anticoagulant studies, and as a model compound for sulfated polysaccharide chemistry. The CAS number for this material is 210357-34-9.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or substrate in enzymatic studies related to sulfatases and glycosidases.
• Glycomics & Glycobiology: Serves as a critical intermediate for synthesizing more complex sulfated oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Anticoagulant Activity Screening: Investigated for its heparin-like properties and potential interactions with coagulation factors.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linker to introduce sulfate groups into hydrogels and biomaterials for enhanced bioactivity.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the development of novel carbohydrate-based therapeutics.
• Analytical Standards: Employed in HPLC and LC-MS methods for the quantification and characterization of sulfated sugars.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl α-D-Glucopyranoside 2,3,4,6-Tetrasulfate Potassium Salt
CAS No.	210357-34-9
Molecular Formula	C7H9KO16S4 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Methyl α-D-glucopyranoside tetrasulfate potassium salt; Methyl α-D-glucoside 2,3,4,6-tetrasulfate, potassium salt; α-Methyl-D-glucopyranoside 2,3,4,6-tetrasulfate K salt; Potassium Methyl α-D-glucopyranoside tetrasulfate; Tetrapotassium Methyl α-D-glucopyranoside 2,3,4,6-tetrasulfate; Methylglucoside tetrasulfate potassium; 210357-34-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl α-D-Glucopyranoside 2,3,4,6-Tetrasulfate Potassium Salt adheres to stringent in-house quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including NMR and HPLC. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability. For long-term storage, consider desiccated environments.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Sulfate Content	Contact for details
Potassium Content	Contact for details
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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