Description

2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Benzyl-D-Galactopyranose is a key protected monosaccharide derivative, serving as a vital chiral building block in sophisticated organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a selectively masked galactose scaffold, enabling precise glycosylation and oligosaccharide assembly without unwanted side reactions. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors developing novel glycoconjugates, vaccines, and complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Glycosylation Reagent: A crucial precursor for the stereoselective synthesis of galactose-containing oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where specific galactose motifs are required for biological activity.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: A fundamental tool in academic and industrial labs for studying glycosylation mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Glycobiology Probe Synthesis: Building block for creating labeled or modified galactose derivatives used to study carbohydrate-protein interactions and biological pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the preparation of complex natural products, specialty surfactants, or chiral ligands where the galactose structure is integral.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Benzyl-D-Galactopyranose
CAS No.	53081-25-7
Molecular Formula	C34H36O6
Molecular Weight	540.65 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Galactose, 2,3,4,6-tetrakis-O-(phenylmethyl)-; 2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-benzyl-D-galactopyranose; 2,3,4,6-Tetrabenzyl-D-galactopyranose; Tetra-O-benzylgalactose; Galactopyranose, 2,3,4,6-tetra-O-benzyl-D-; 1,2,3,4-Tetra-O-benzyl-D-galactopyranose (tautomeric form); TBG (common abbreviation); Phenylmethyl 2,3,4,6-tetrakis-O-(phenylmethyl)-D-galactopyranoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,6-Tetra-o-Benzyl-D-Galactopyranose is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and synthesis. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation to confirm identity, purity, and chiral integrity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]²⁰D	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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