Description

α-Maltosyl Fluoride is a specialized fluorinated carbohydrate derivative, serving as a potent and specific glycosidase inhibitor. This compound is a critical biochemical tool for studying enzyme mechanisms and carbohydrate metabolism. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for enzyme inhibition studies, drug discovery, and the development of diagnostic assays.

Application

• Glycosidase Inhibition Studies: Acts as a mechanism-based inhibitor for α-glucosidases and related enzymes, enabling detailed kinetic and structural analysis.
• Biochemical Research: A key reagent for probing carbohydrate-active enzymes (CAZymes) in metabolic pathways and signal transduction.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in high-throughput screening for identifying potential therapeutic agents targeting glycosidases involved in diseases like diabetes, viral infections, and lysosomal storage disorders.
• Diagnostic Reagent Synthesis: Serves as a building block or inhibitor in the development of enzymatic diagnostic kits and biosensors.
• Enzyme Characterization: Essential for determining the specificity and catalytic mechanism of newly discovered glycosyl hydrolases.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental tool in carbohydrate chemistry and glycolbiology research within university labs and corporate R&D centers.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Maltosyl Fluoride
CAS No.	66701-54-0
Molecular Formula	C12H21FO10
Molecular Weight	344.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-glucopyranosyl fluoride; Maltosyl fluoride; α-Maltosyl fluoride; 1-Fluoro-4-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-D-glucopyranose; α-D-Glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-α-D-glucopyranosyl fluoride; Fluoromaltose; Inhibitor of α-glucosidase
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Maltosyl Fluoride is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine biochemicals to support your critical research and development needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and potency. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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