Description

N'-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-n-Methyl-n-Nitrosourea is a specialized glycosylated nitrosourea derivative, a compound class of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. Its core value lies in its unique molecular architecture, which combines a galactose sugar moiety with a nitrosourea pharmacophore, enabling targeted studies in glycosylation and alkylating agent mechanisms. This product is essential for researchers and developers in medicinal chemistry, oncology research, and glycobiology, where it serves as a critical intermediate or reference standard for investigating novel therapeutic pathways.

Application

• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis and development of novel glycosylated alkylating agents for targeted cancer therapies.
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a model compound to study the biological activity, metabolism, and transport mechanisms of sugar-conjugated nitrosoureas.
• Oncology Research: Investigated for its potential cytotoxic and DNA-alkylating properties in various in vitro and in vivo experimental models.
• Glycobiology: Acts as a valuable tool for probing carbohydrate-protein interactions and the role of glycosylation in drug targeting and efficacy.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical R&D laboratories.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in organic synthesis and chemical biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	N'-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-n-Methyl-n-Nitrosourea
CAS No.	37793-22-9
Molecular Formula	C9H17N3O8
Molecular Weight	295.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(β-D-Galactopyranosyl)-3-methyl-1-nitrosourea; Galactosylmethylnitrosourea; N-(β-D-Galactopyranosyl)-N'-methyl-N-nitrosourea; 1-Methyl-1-nitrosourea β-D-galactopyranoside; GMNU; NSC 85998; 1-(β-D-Galactosyl)-3-methyl-1-nitrosourea
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Quality Control

Our N'-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-n-Methyl-n-Nitrosourea is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your regulatory and research documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider storing under inert atmosphere at lower temperatures (e.g., -20°C) to maximize stability.

Specification

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

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