Description

2,4-Diamino-2,4-Dideoxy-D-Galactose is a specialized amino sugar derivative, a key chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in the research and development of novel glycosidase inhibitors, glycopeptide antibiotics, and complex carbohydrate mimetics. It serves as a critical intermediate for pharmaceutical chemists and biochemists working in drug discovery, particularly for targeting infectious diseases and metabolic disorders.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor for the synthesis of novel glycosidase inhibitors and antiviral/antibacterial agents.
• Glycobiology Research: Used in the study of carbohydrate-protein interactions and enzymatic pathways involving galactose metabolism.
• Glycopeptide Synthesis: Serves as a building block for constructing complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates for therapeutic and diagnostic applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of activity-based probes and labeled sugars for imaging and mechanistic studies.
• Enzyme Substrate/Analog: Acts as a substrate or inhibitor for enzymes like galactosidases and glycosyltransferases in biochemical assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Diamino-2,4-Dideoxy-D-Galactose
CAS No.	53372-90-0
Molecular Formula	C6H14N2O4
Molecular Weight	178.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Diamino-2,4-dideoxy-D-galactopyranose; D-2,4-Diamino-2,4-dideoxygalactose; 2,4-Dideoxy-2,4-diamino-D-galactose; Galactose, 2,4-diamino-2,4-dideoxy-, D-; 2,4-Diaminogalactose; Amino sugar GAL-2,4-diNH2; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,4-Diamino-3,5,6-trihydroxyhexanal
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Quality Control

We supply 2,4-Diamino-2,4-Dideoxy-D-Galactose in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chiral purity verification and impurity profiling, to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (HPLC), and specific tests is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 98.0% (D-isomer)
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.