Description

β-Maltose Heptaacetate is a fully acetylated derivative of the disaccharide maltose, where all seven hydroxyl groups are esterified with acetate. This chemical modification significantly enhances its stability and solubility in organic solvents, making it a crucial protected intermediate in synthetic carbohydrate chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on oligosaccharide synthesis, pharmaceutical development, and the production of specialized biochemical reagents.

Application

• Key Intermediate in Oligosaccharide Synthesis: Serves as a vital building block (glycosyl donor or acceptor) for the controlled, stepwise construction of complex carbohydrate chains.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used in the synthesis of novel glycosylated drug candidates, prodrugs, and diagnostic agents.
• Biochemical Tool Development: Employed to create labeled maltose derivatives or substrates for enzymatic studies and assay development.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing advanced materials like sugar-based polymers or surfactants with specific properties.
• Reference Standard: Functions as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control in related chemical or pharmaceutical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Maltose Heptaacetate
CAS No.	7482-60-2
Molecular Formula	C26H36O19
Molecular Weight	652.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Maltose Heptaacetate; 4-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranose Heptaacetate; β-Maltose Heptaacetate; Hepta-O-acetyl-β-maltose; 1,2,3,6-Tetra-O-acetyl-4-O-(2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-α-D-glucopyranosyl)-β-D-glucopyranose; β-D-Maltose Heptaacetate; Maltose Octaacetate (common misnomer); Heptaacetyl Maltose
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Quality Control

Our β-Maltose Heptaacetate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	159 - 163 °C
Specific Rotation [α]²⁰D	+52.0° to +56.0° (c=1 in CHCl₃)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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