Description

n-Acetyllactosamine Heptaacetate is a high-purity, acetylated derivative of the biologically significant disaccharide lactosamine. This compound serves as a critical protected intermediate and building block in advanced carbohydrate chemistry and glycobiology research. It is essential for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors who require reliable, high-quality precursors for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycan-based probes.

Application

• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: A key protected intermediate for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoproteins.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of carbohydrate-based drugs, vaccines, and diagnostic agents targeting specific lectin interactions.
• Biochemical Tool: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies of glycosyltransferases and glycosidases.
• Glycan Array Production: A vital building block for constructing defined glycan structures immobilized on arrays for high-throughput binding studies.
• Standards and Reference Materials: Provides a characterized standard for analytical method development and quality control in glycan analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Acetyllactosamine Heptaacetate
CAS No.	73208-61-4
Molecular Formula	C28H39NO18
Molecular Weight	677.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Lactosamine Heptaacetate; 2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-4-O-(β-D-galactopyranosyl)-D-glucopyranose Heptaacetate; 4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-N-acetyl-D-glucosamine Heptaacetate; N-Acetyl-D-lactosamine Heptaacetate; O-(2-Acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranosyl)-(1→4)-D-galactopyranose Heptaacetate; β-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→4)-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose Heptaacetate; Acetylated Lactosamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Acetyllactosamine Heptaacetate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and MS, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the container to reach ambient temperature before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.