Description

Galactopyranosyl-1-4-n--Acetylglucosaminyl-1-2-Mannopyranose is a defined, high-purity oligosaccharide compound, also known as a core glycan structure. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise, structurally characterized carbohydrate intermediates for advanced biochemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized in the life sciences sector for applications in glycobiology research, the development of diagnostic reagents, and the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Serves as a critical standard and building block for studying carbohydrate-protein interactions, enzyme mechanisms, and glycan biosynthesis pathways.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Used in the formulation of calibration standards and key components for immunoassays and biosensors targeting specific carbohydrate antigens.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of more complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates with potential therapeutic applications.
• Enzymatic Substrate: Employed as a specific substrate for glycosyltransferases, glycosidases, and other enzymes in biochemical assays and enzyme characterization studies.
• Bioconjugation: Provides a defined glycan structure for conjugation to proteins, lipids, or surfaces to create neoglycoconjugates for vaccine development or material science.
• Nutritional Science Research: Investigated as a model compound for understanding the digestion and prebiotic effects of specific human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Galactopyranosyl-1-4-n--Acetylglucosaminyl-1-2-Mannopyranose
CAS No.	62398-02-1
Molecular Formula	C26H44N2O21
Molecular Weight	696.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Galβ1-4GlcNAcβ1-2Man; N-Acetyllactosaminyl-α1-2-mannose; Lacto-N-biose I α1-2-linked to mannose; 2-O-(4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranosyl)-α-D-mannopyranose; β-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→4)-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→2)-α-D-mannopyranose; Core-2 glycan precursor; Oligosaccharide 62398-02-1
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Quality Control

Our Galactopyranosyl-1-4-n--Acetylglucosaminyl-1-2-Mannopyranose is produced under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR for structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to guarantee compliance with your research-grade requirements.

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). For long-term storage, consider desiccation. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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