Description

6-Aminohexyl 1-Thio-B-D-Galactopyranosid E is a specialized thioglycoside derivative designed for advanced biochemical conjugation and research. This compound matters as a critical linker molecule for the immobilization of biomolecules, particularly in affinity chromatography and biosensor development. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic sectors for creating glycan arrays, enzyme substrates, and targeted drug delivery systems.

Application

• Affinity Chromatography Ligand: Used as a spacer arm for coupling galactose-binding lectins or antibodies to solid supports like agarose or sepharose beads.
• Enzyme Substrate & Inhibitor Studies: Serves as a synthetic substrate or inhibitor for β-galactosidase and other glycosidase enzymes in mechanistic and kinetic research.
• Glycan Array Fabrication: A key building block for constructing neoglycoconjugates and synthetic glycans on microarray surfaces for high-throughput glycomics screening.
• Diagnostic Probe Development: Employed in the synthesis of fluorescent or chemiluminescent probes for detecting specific carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Drug Delivery Conjugation: Acts as a linker to attach therapeutic agents to galactose-targeting carriers for liver-specific delivery.
• Biomaterial Functionalization: Used to introduce galactose motifs onto polymer surfaces or nanoparticles to modulate cell adhesion and recognition.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	6-Aminohexyl 1-Thio-B-D-Galactopyranosid E
CAS No.	51224-14-7
Molecular Formula	C12H25NO5S
Molecular Weight	295.40 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Aminohexyl 1-Thio-β-D-Galactopyranoside; 1-Thio-β-D-galactopyranoside, 6-aminohexyl; 6-Aminohexyl β-D-Thiogalactopyranoside; Aminohexyl Thiogalactoside; AH-Thio-β-Gal; 6-AH-β-ThioGal; N-(6-Mercaptohexyl)-β-D-galactopyranosylamine (tautomeric form); Galactose-6-aminohexylthioether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Aminohexyl 1-Thio-B-D-Galactopyranosid E is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (NMR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive biochemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry, cool place. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, consider desiccant or argon/vacuum sealing.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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