Description

Methyl 3-o-(α-D-Mannopyranosyl)-α-D-Mannopyranoside is a specialized synthetic disaccharide derivative, serving as a crucial building block and reference standard in carbohydrate chemistry. This compound is valued for its defined structure, enabling precise research and development in glycoscience. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors for applications in glycobiology, drug discovery, and the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a key intermediate or reference compound for studying carbohydrate-protein interactions, enzyme mechanisms, and glycosylation pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a precursor or a standard in the synthesis of novel glycoconjugates, glycomimetics, and carbohydrate-based therapeutics.
• Diagnostic Reagent Synthesis: Employed in the development of diagnostic tools and assays that target specific carbohydrate antigens or lectins.
• Enzymology Studies: Acts as a substrate or inhibitor for glycosidases and glycosyltransferases to elucidate enzyme specificity and function.
• Standards and Calibration: Provides a high-purity analytical standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR to ensure accuracy in carbohydrate analysis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create labeled probes for imaging and detecting biological processes involving carbohydrate recognition.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-o-(α-D-Mannopyranosyl)-α-D-Mannopyranoside
CAS No.	72028-62-7
Molecular Formula	C13H24O11
Molecular Weight	356.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-O-α-D-mannopyranosyl-α-D-mannopyranoside; Methyl O-α-D-mannopyranosyl-(1→3)-α-D-mannopyranoside; α-D-Manp-(1→3)-α-D-Manp-OMe; 3-O-(α-D-Mannopyranosyl)-α-D-mannopyranoside methyl ether; Mannobiose derivative; Methyl 3-α-mannobioside; Disaccharide mannose derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-o-(α-D-Mannopyranosyl)-α-D-Mannopyranoside is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and MS to ensure structural identity and high purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and compliance needs.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture uptake and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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