Description

2-6-n-Acetylneuraminyl-1-4-Galactosyl-1-3-n-Acetylglucosyl-1-4-Galactosyl-1-Glucosylceramide is a complex glycosphingolipid, specifically a pentasaccharide-containing ganglioside. This compound is of significant interest for its role as a specific biological receptor and marker in cellular recognition processes. It is primarily utilized by researchers and developers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic industries for advanced biochemical studies and as a critical reference standard.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a high-purity reference standard for studying ganglioside structure, metabolism, and function in cell membranes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or target molecule in the research of novel therapeutics, including vaccines and treatments for neurological disorders and cancer.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specific antibodies, ELISA kits, and other diagnostic tools for detecting biological markers associated with diseases.
• Glycobiology Studies: Essential for investigating carbohydrate-protein interactions, cell signaling pathways, and the role of complex glycolipids in immunology.
• Neuroscience Research: Applied in studies focusing on neural development, synaptic function, and the pathology of neurodegenerative diseases where gangliosides are implicated.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-6-n-Acetylneuraminyl-1-4-Galactosyl-1-3-n-Acetylglucosyl-1-4-Galactosyl-1-Glucosylceramide
CAS No.	71833-54-0
Molecular Formula	C89H153N5O41
Molecular Weight	~1973.2 g/mol
Synonyms	Ganglioside GM1b; IV3Neu5Ac-Gg4Cer; GM1b Ganglioside; Neu5Acα2-6Galβ1-4GlcNAcβ1-3Galβ1-4Glcβ1-1'Cer; 2-6-Sialyl-Gg4Cer; Sialylparagloboside; Monosialotetrahexosylganglioside GM1b; Ceramide pentasaccharide with terminal N-acetylneuraminic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-6-n-Acetylneuraminyl-1-4-Galactosyl-1-3-n-Acetylglucosyl-1-4-Galactosyl-1-Glucosylceramide is produced and handled under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, it is recommended to keep the material under an inert atmosphere or desiccated to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Assay	≥ 98% (on dried basis)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Biological Activity	To be specified per customer requirement

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