Description

1-O,2-O,3-O,5-O,6-o-Pentakis(Trimethylsilyl)-α-D-Galactofuranose is a high-purity, fully protected derivative of D-galactofuranose, a key monosaccharide building block. This compound is essential for synthetic organic and carbohydrate chemists as a versatile, stable intermediate for the controlled synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates. It is primarily utilized in pharmaceutical research for the development of novel therapeutics, diagnostics, and in advanced materials science.

Application

• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: A critical protected intermediate for the stepwise construction of biologically active oligosaccharides and glycopeptides.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of carbohydrate-based vaccines, antibiotics, and diagnostic agents targeting specific cell-surface receptors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a building block for synthesizing labeled or tagged sugars to study carbohydrate-protein interactions and metabolic pathways.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialized polymers, surfactants, or surface coatings with tailored properties derived from sugar chemistry.
• Standards and Reference Materials: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in carbohydrate analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-O,2-O,3-O,5-O,6-o-Pentakis(Trimethylsilyl)-α-D-Galactofuranose
CAS No.	55529-72-1
Molecular Formula	C21H52O6Si5
Molecular Weight	561.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentakis-O-(trimethylsilyl)-α-D-galactofuranose; α-D-Galactofuranose, pentakis-O-(trimethylsilyl) ether; 1,2,3,5,6-Penta-O-trimethylsilyl-α-D-galactofuranose; TMS-protected D-galactofuranose; α-D-Galactofuranose penta-TMS ether; Fully silylated D-galactofuranose; 1-O,2-O,3-O,5-O,6-O-Pentakis(trimethylsilyl)-α-D-galactofuranose
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Quality Control

Our 1-O,2-O,3-O,5-O,6-o-Pentakis(Trimethylsilyl)-α-D-Galactofuranose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, NMR (¹H and ¹³C), and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity, purity, and structural integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

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 should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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