Description

1,2,3,4-Tetra-o-Acetyl-A-L-Fucopyranose is a key acetylated derivative of L-fucose, a deoxy sugar with significant biological relevance. This protected sugar intermediate is essential for the controlled synthesis of complex glycoconjugates and bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for glycosylation reactions and the development of novel therapeutics and diagnostic tools.

Application

• Glycochemistry & Glycobiology Research: Serves as a crucial building block for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the development of carbohydrate-based drugs, vaccines, and diagnostic agents targeting specific biological pathways.
• Bioconjugate Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for creating labeled or functionalized sugars for probing biological interactions and cell surface recognition events.
• Enzyme Substrate Studies: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor in studies of glycosidases, glycosyltransferases, and other carbohydrate-active enzymes.
• Standards & Reference Materials: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in carbohydrate analysis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Facilitates the synthesis of probes to study fucose-mediated biological processes, such as cell signaling and immune response modulation.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4-Tetra-o-Acetyl-A-L-Fucopyranose
CAS No.	64913-16-2
Molecular Formula	C14H20O9
Molecular Weight	332.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4-Tetra-O-acetyl-α-L-fucopyranose; α-L-Fucopyranose, 1,2,3,4-tetraacetate; Tetra-O-acetyl-α-L-fucopyranose; L-Fucose tetraacetate; α-L-Fucose 1,2,3,4-tetraacetate; 1,2,3,4-Tetra-O-acetyl-α-L-fucose; 6-Deoxy-α-L-galactopyranose tetraacetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4-Tetra-o-Acetyl-A-L-Fucopyranose is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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