Description

Methyl-4,6-o-Benzyliden-β-D-Galactopyranoside CAS NO 6988-39-2 is a chemically protected derivative of methyl β-D-galactopyranoside, featuring a benzylidene acetal group at the 4 and 6 positions of the sugar ring. This compound is a crucial protected intermediate in synthetic carbohydrate chemistry, enabling selective reactions at other hydroxyl sites. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical developers working on glycoconjugate synthesis, enzyme inhibitor design, and the production of complex oligosaccharides.

Application

• Glycoscience Research: A key building block for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the development of glycosidase inhibitors and other carbohydrate-based therapeutic agents.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a precursor for labeled sugars used in studying carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Academic Synthesis: A standard protected substrate in teaching and methodology development within organic and carbohydrate chemistry.
• Glycopolymer Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or initiator for creating polymers with specific sugar motifs for material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-4,6-o-Benzyliden-β-D-Galactopyranoside
CAS No.	6988-39-2
Molecular Formula	C14H18O6
Molecular Weight	282.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4,6-O-Benzylidene-β-D-galactopyranoside; Methyl 4,6-O-(Phenylmethylene)-β-D-galactopyranoside; 4,6-O-Benzylidene-methyl-β-D-galactopyranoside; β-D-Galactopyranoside, methyl 4,6-O-benzylidene-; Methyl β-D-galactopyranoside 4,6-benzylidene acetal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl-4,6-o-Benzyliden-β-D-Galactopyranoside is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high chemical purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to support your research and development requirements.

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 in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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