Description

2-O,3-O,4-O,5-O,6-o-Pentaacetyl-1-Deoxo-D-Galactose is a key acetylated monosaccharide derivative, serving as a vital protected intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry. Its primary value lies in providing a versatile, reactive scaffold for the controlled synthesis of complex carbohydrates, glycoconjugates, and nucleoside analogs. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries, where precise glycosylation and molecular assembly are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel glycosidase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and other carbohydrate-based therapeutics.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used as a protected galactose donor for constructing oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids in academic and industrial R&D.
• Nucleoside & Nucleotide Synthesis: Acts as a key starting material for the preparation of modified nucleosides with potential applications in prodrug development and antisense technology.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals, chiral ligands, and complex natural product analogs.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Facilitates the site-specific labeling of biomolecules (proteins, peptides) with carbohydrate motifs for diagnostic and imaging applications.
• Material Science: Explored as a monomer or cross-linker for creating novel biodegradable polymers and hydrogels with specific biological recognition properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-O,3-O,4-O,5-O,6-o-Pentaacetyl-1-Deoxo-D-Galactose
CAS No.	7226-60-0
Molecular Formula	C16H22O11
Molecular Weight	390.34 g/mol
Synonyms	1,5-Anhydro-2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-D-galactitol; Pentaacetyl-1,5-anhydro-D-galactitol; 1,5-Anhydro-2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetylgalactitol; 2,3,4,5,6-Penta-O-acetyl-1-deoxy-D-galactose; 1-Deoxy-2,3,4,5,6-penta-O-acetyl-D-galactose; D-Galactose, 1-deoxy-, pentaacetate; 1,5-Anhydro-2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-D-dulcitol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-O,3-O,4-O,5-O,6-o-Pentaacetyl-1-Deoxo-D-Galactose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and optical rotation measurement to ensure identity, strength, and quality. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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 Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.