Description

Tri-o-Acetyl-D-[1-13C]Galactal is a stable isotope-labeled derivative of galactal, specifically acetylated and enriched with carbon-13 at the C1 position. This compound is a critical building block and tracer in advanced biochemical and pharmaceutical research, enabling precise metabolic pathway analysis and structural elucidation. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and diagnostic companies engaged in carbohydrate chemistry, glycobiology, and the development of novel therapeutics and imaging agents.

Application

• Isotopic Tracer in Metabolic Studies: Used to track and quantify the metabolic fate of galactose derivatives in cellular systems using NMR or mass spectrometry.
• Glycoscience Research: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex, isotopically labeled oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates for structural and functional studies.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in the research and development of labeled carbohydrate-based drugs, prodrugs, and diagnostic imaging agents.
• Enzyme Mechanism Studies: Acts as a substrate or inhibitor for glycosidases and glycosyltransferases to investigate enzyme kinetics and mechanisms with high precision.
• NMR Spectroscopy Standard: Provides a high-purity, isotopically enriched standard for calibration and method development in nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy.
• Biomarker Discovery: Utilized in proteomics and metabolomics research to develop internal standards for the accurate quantification of carbohydrate-related biomarkers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tri-o-Acetyl-D-[1-13C]Galactal
CAS No.	478518-74-0
Molecular Formula	C12H1613CO8
Molecular Weight	289.25 g/mol (for 13C1 isotopologue)
Synonyms	1,2,3-Tri-O-acetyl-1,5-anhydro-2-deoxy-D-[1-13C]lyxo-hex-1-enitol; [1-13C]-Tri-O-acetyl-D-galactal; D-[1-13C]Galactal Triacetate; 1,5-Anhydro-2-deoxy-D-[1-13C]lyxo-hex-1-enitol 1,2,3-triacetate; Isotopically Labeled Galactal Triacetate; 13C1-Triacetylgalactal
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Quality Control

Every batch of Tri-o-Acetyl-D-[1-13C]Galactal is produced and analyzed under strict quality control protocols to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity, critical for sensitive research applications. Our quality commitment includes comprehensive analytical verification via NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), providing batch-specific data on isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and identity, is supplied with each shipment.

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. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Enrichment (13C)	≥ 99 atom % 13C
Isotopic Purity (by NMR/MS)	≥ 99% 13C at C1
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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