Description

6-o-(6-o-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-α-D-Galactopyranosyl)-D-Galactose is a complex, high-purity oligosaccharide derivative. This compound is a valuable building block and reference standard for advanced biochemical research and product development. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutraceutical industries who require precise, high-quality carbohydrate intermediates for synthesis, analysis, and formulation.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate for studying carbohydrate metabolism, enzyme specificity, and glycobiology pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates, potential drug candidates, and diagnostic agents targeting specific cellular recognition processes.
• Enzyme Substrate & Inhibitor Studies: Acts as a specialized substrate for glycosidase and glycosyltransferase enzymes to investigate catalytic mechanisms and screen for inhibitors.
• Nutraceutical & Functional Food R&D: Explored as a precursor for novel prebiotic oligosaccharides designed to modulate gut microbiota composition.
• Diagnostic Reagent Formulation: Employed in the development of diagnostic kits and assays that detect specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or antibodies.
• Academic & Industrial Synthesis: Provides a defined starting material for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of larger, more complex glycans and glycopolymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-o-(6-o-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-α-D-Galactopyranosyl)-D-Galactose
CAS No.	61433-02-1
Molecular Formula	C18H32O16
Molecular Weight	504.44 g/mol
Synonyms	α-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→6)-α-D-galactopyranosyl-(1→6)-D-galactose; O-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→6)-O-α-D-galactopyranosyl-(1→6)-D-galactose; 6-O-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-α-D-galactopyranosyl-D-galactose; 6'-O-α-D-Galactosyl-α,α-trehalose (related isomer); Trisaccharide Gal-α-(1→6)-Gal-α-(1→6)-Gal; α-1,6-linked trigalactose; α-D-Gal-(1→6)-α-D-Gal-(1→6)-D-Gal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-o-(6-o-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-α-D-Galactopyranosyl)-D-Galactose is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and MS, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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