Description

n-Acetylglucosaminyl(1-3)-n-Acetylglucosaminyl(1-6)-Galactopyranose is a defined, high-purity oligosaccharide compound. This trisaccharide is a valuable biochemical building block and research standard, essential for studying carbohydrate-protein interactions and glycosylation pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and biotechnology companies focused on glycobiology, immunology, and the development of novel diagnostics or therapeutic agents.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: As a critical standard and substrate for studying enzyme kinetics, specificity of glycosyltransferases and glycosidases, and carbohydrate-mediated biological recognition.
• Immunological Studies: Investigation of oligosaccharide epitopes involved in cell signaling, pathogen recognition, and immune response modulation.
• Diagnostic Development: Potential use in the design and calibration of diagnostic assays targeting specific carbohydrate antigens or antibodies.
• Biopharmaceutical R&D: Serving as a reference compound or synthetic intermediate in the development of carbohydrate-based vaccines, therapeutics, and drug delivery systems.
• Biochemical Reagent: Use as a high-purity reagent for the synthesis of more complex glycoconjugates or glycoarrays.
• Academic Research: Fundamental research into the structure, biosynthesis, and function of complex carbohydrates in health and disease.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Acetylglucosaminyl(1-3)-n-Acetylglucosaminyl(1-6)-Galactopyranose
CAS No.	55612-66-3
Molecular Formula	C26H44N2O21
Molecular Weight	696.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Galβ1-3(GlcNAcβ1-6)GlcNAc; N,N'-Diacetyl-β-lactosamine; β-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→3)-[2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→6)]-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose; 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-3-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-6-O-(2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranosyl)-D-glucose; Lacto-N-triose II derivative; Oligosaccharide Trisaccharide; Glycan Standard
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Quality Control

Our n-Acetylglucosaminyl(1-3)-n-Acetylglucosaminyl(1-6)-Galactopyranose is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity. Allow the sealed vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%

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