Description

Octyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-B-D-Galactopyranoside is a specialized, high-purity glycoside derivative designed for advanced biochemical and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a critical non-ionic detergent and a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates and bioactive molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of glycobiology, vaccine development, and novel drug delivery systems requiring precise molecular tools.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a detergent for the solubilization and stabilization of membrane proteins, particularly glycosyltransferases and lectins.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex carbohydrate-based drugs and vaccine adjuvants.
• Biochemical Reagents: Employed in the preparation of affinity chromatography media for the purification of carbohydrate-binding proteins.
• Cell Culture & Diagnostics: Acts as a mild surfactant in specialized cell culture media and diagnostic assay formulations.
• Drug Delivery Systems: Investigated for its potential in constructing liposomes and other nanocarriers for targeted therapeutic delivery.
• Enzymology Studies: Utilized in studies involving enzymatic glycosylation and deglycosylation processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-B-D-Galactopyranoside
CAS No.	383417-49-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₁NO₇
Molecular Weight	349.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Octyl N-Acetyl-B-D-galactosaminide; N-Acetyl-B-D-galactosamine Octyl Glycoside; B-Octyl N-Acetylgalactosaminide; Octyl 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-B-D-galactopyranoside; GalNAc-Octyl; NAcGal-Octyl; 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-B-D-galactopyranoside Octyl Ether; Octyl B-D-GalNAc
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octyl 2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-B-D-Galactopyranoside is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and MS for structural confirmation, and specific tests for residual solvents and moisture. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP-grade requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

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