Description

Difucosyllacto-n-Hexaose (A) is a complex, high-purity oligosaccharide derivative, a key structural component in glycobiology research. This compound matters as a critical standard and reagent for studying carbohydrate-protein interactions, cell signaling, and microbial adhesion mechanisms. It is primarily needed by research institutions and biopharmaceutical companies engaged in advanced glycoscience, diagnostic development, and the formulation of specialized nutritional products.

Application

• Glycobiology Research Standard: Used as a high-purity reference standard for the analysis and characterization of complex carbohydrate structures.
• Enzyme Substrate Studies: Serves as a specific substrate for investigating the activity and kinetics of fucosyltransferases and other glycosyltransferases.
• Cell Recognition & Signaling: Employed in studies of lectin-carbohydrate interactions relevant to immune response, inflammation, and cellular communication.
• Microbial Adhesion Research: Applied in research on host-pathogen interactions, particularly where fucosylated glycans act as receptors for bacteria and viruses.
• Diagnostic Development: Utilized in the development and calibration of diagnostic assays targeting specific carbohydrate antigens.
• Nutritional Science: Investigated for its potential role as a bioactive component or human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) analog in specialized nutritional formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Difucosyllacto-n-Hexaose (A)
CAS No.	64396-27-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Lacto-N-difucohexaose I; LNDFH I; Difucosyllacto-N-hexaose; Blood group H type 1 pentasaccharide; Fucα1-2Galβ1-3GlcNAcβ1-3Galβ1-4Glc; 2'-Fucosyllacto-N-neohexaose (structural isomer); Human Milk Oligosaccharide (HMO) related compound
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Difucosyllacto-n-Hexaose (A) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency suitable for research applications. Our quality control includes advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods to verify structural integrity and quantify purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and identification results is provided with each shipment 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 vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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