Description

4-o-β-Galactopyranosyl-D-Mannopyranose is a specialized disaccharide sugar molecule of significant interest in biochemical research and development. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard for studying carbohydrate metabolism, enzyme specificity, and glycobiology. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and biotechnology companies engaged in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, drug discovery, and the development of diagnostic tools.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a high-purity reference standard and substrate for studying glycosidase and glycosyltransferase enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or building block in the synthesis of novel glycoconjugates, prodrugs, and carbohydrate-based therapeutics.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Employed in the production of enzymatic assay kits and reagents for metabolic disorder diagnostics.
• Glycobiology Studies: Essential for investigating cell-surface recognition, signaling pathways, and the role of specific carbohydrate structures in health and disease.
• Food Science Research: Applied in studies related to prebiotic activity, non-digestible carbohydrates, and functional food ingredient development.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A vital tool for synthetic chemists and biologists exploring carbohydrate chemistry and its applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-o-β-Galactopyranosyl-D-Mannopyranose
CAS No.	50468-56-9
Molecular Formula	C12H22O11
Molecular Weight	342.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-mannopyranose; 4-β-D-Galactosyl-D-mannose; β-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→4)-D-mannopyranose; D-Mannose, 4-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-; Galactosylmannose; 1,4-β-D-Galactomannobiose; (1→4)-β-D-Galactosyl-D-mannose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-o-β-Galactopyranosyl-D-Mannopyranose is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, specific optical rotation, and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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