Description

β-D-Galactopyranoside, Methyl, 2,3,4,6-Tetraacetate is a key acetylated carbohydrate derivative, serving as a vital protected intermediate in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in enabling precise glycosylation reactions for the construction of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries developing novel therapeutics, diagnostic tools, and advanced biomaterials.

Application

• Glycoscience Research: A fundamental building block for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for drugs targeting cancer, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Glycoconjugate Vaccine Development: Serves as a critical precursor for synthesizing carbohydrate antigens used in conjugate vaccine formulations.
• Enzyme Substrate & Inhibitor Synthesis: Employed to create specific substrates or inhibitors for glycosidases and glycosyltransferases in biochemical studies.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral synthon for the asymmetric synthesis of natural products and specialty chemicals.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Utilized in producing labeled galactose derivatives for diagnostic assays and imaging probes.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-D-Galactopyranoside, Methyl, 2,3,4,6-Tetraacetate
CAS No.	5019-23-8
Molecular Formula	C15H22O10
Molecular Weight	362.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-acetyl-β-D-galactopyranoside; Methyl β-D-Galactopyranoside Tetraacetate; 1-O-Methyl-2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-β-D-galactopyranose; β-D-Galactose, methyl tetraacetate; Galactose, methyl tetraacetate, β-D-; Methyl β-D-galactoside tetraacetate; 2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-acetyl-β-D-galactopyranosyl methyl ether
EINECS	225-690-3

Quality Control

Our β-D-Galactopyranoside, Methyl, 2,3,4,6-Tetraacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and specific optical rotation measurement. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	-15° to -18° (c=1 in CHCl3)
Melting Point	95°C - 100°C
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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