Description

6,6'-Dicorynomycoloyl Trehalose is a specialized, high-purity glycolipid derivative of trehalose, a key component in the cell walls of certain mycobacteria. This compound is of significant interest for its role in immunological studies and as a critical reference standard in lipid biochemistry research. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced diagnostic sectors for vaccine development, immunological assay development, and structural analysis of mycobacterial antigens.

Application

• Immunological Research & Vaccine Development: Serves as a defined antigen for studying host immune responses to mycobacterial infections, including tuberculosis.
• Diagnostic Reagent Production: Used in the formulation of specific reagents and kits for the serological detection of mycobacterial antibodies.
• Biochemical Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for the quantification and characterization of complex mycobacterial lipids via techniques like HPLC and mass spectrometry.
• Cell Biology Studies: Employed in research investigating the role of trehalose dimycolates in host-pathogen interactions and cell wall biogenesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Potential use as a synthetic intermediate or building block for novel immunomodulatory compounds and adjuvants.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,6'-Dicorynomycoloyl Trehalose
CAS No.	59599-06-3
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Synonyms	Trehalose 6,6'-Dicorynomycolate; Cord Factor (Corynomycolyl derivative); α,α-Trehalose 6,6'-Dicorynomycolate; 6,6'-Di-O-corynomycolyl-α,α-trehalose; Corynomycoloyl Trehalose; TDM (Corynomycolyl); Mycobacterial Trehalose Dimycolate Analog; 6,6'-Bis(corynomycoloyl)trehalose
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6,6'-Dicorynomycoloyl Trehalose is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for research applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data (HPLC, NMR) are available upon request to support your regulatory and research documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the sealed container to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in chloroform, DMSO; sparingly soluble in alcohols

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