Description

β-D-Galactopyranosyl Azide is a specialized carbohydrate derivative featuring an azide functional group, making it a valuable click chemistry reagent. This compound is essential for the chemoselective conjugation of biomolecules, enabling the development of advanced glycoconjugates and probes. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors for applications in drug discovery, glycoengineering, and bioorthogonal labeling.

Application

• Click Chemistry Reagent: Used in copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reactions for bioconjugation.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: A key building block for creating neoglycoproteins, glycopolymers, and glycolipids.
• Probe Development: Enables the synthesis of fluorescent or affinity tags for imaging and detecting biological targets.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Serves as a versatile intermediate for exploring glycosylation reactions and enzyme mechanisms.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in the synthesis of carbohydrate-based drug candidates and vaccine components.
• Diagnostic Assays: Facilitates the development of sensitive diagnostic tools through surface functionalization.
• Material Science: Applied in the surface modification of polymers and nanoparticles for biomedical applications.
• Chemical Biology: A tool for metabolic labeling and studying glycan functions in living systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-D-Galactopyranosyl Azide
CAS No.	35899-89-9
Molecular Formula	C6H11N3O5
Molecular Weight	205.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Azidogalactose; 1-Azido-1-deoxy-β-D-galactopyranose; β-D-Galactopyranosyl azide; β-Azidogalactose; Galactosyl azide; 1-Azido-β-D-galactose; 1-Azido-β-D-galactopyranose; β-D-Galactose azide
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Quality Control

Our β-D-Galactopyranosyl Azide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and bioconjugation applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability. For long-term storage, consider storing desiccated at -20°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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