Description

3-o-β-D-Galactofuranosyl-D-Mannitol is a specialized carbohydrate derivative, a disaccharide sugar alcohol formed from mannitol and galactofuranose. This compound is of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and pharmaceutical development due to its unique furanose ring structure. It serves as a critical intermediate or reference standard for scientists in glycobiology, enzymology, and medicinal chemistry, particularly in studies involving galactofuranose-containing glycans and metabolic pathways.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Used as a high-purity reference compound for analytical method development and validation in carbohydrate analysis.
• Glycobiology Studies: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays to study galactofuranosyltransferases and related enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a key chiral building block or precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, including potential antimicrobials targeting bacterial cell walls.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Employed in the formulation of reagents for detecting specific carbohydrate-metabolizing enzymes or metabolic disorders.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for fundamental research in carbohydrate chemistry, microbial metabolism, and drug discovery programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-o-β-D-Galactofuranosyl-D-Mannitol
CAS No.	4144-97-2
Molecular Formula	C12H24O11
Molecular Weight	344.31 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Mannitol, 3-O-β-D-galactofuranosyl-; 3-O-(β-D-Galactofuranosyl)-D-mannitol; β-D-Galactofuranosyl-(1→3)-D-mannitol; Galactofuranosylmannitol; 1,3-Di-O-β-D-galactofuranosyl-D-mannitol (related compound); Galactomannitol derivative; Sugar alcohol galactofuranoside; Research biochemical 4144-97-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-o-β-D-Galactofuranosyl-D-Mannitol is manufactured under controlled conditions and subjected to rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality assurance protocol includes advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your research and regulatory 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of moisture. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.5%
Microbial Limits	To meet research grade requirements

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