Description

1-o-Methyl-Di-n-Trifluoroacetyl-β-Chitobioside is a specialized, high-purity fluorinated derivative of chitobiose, a disaccharide unit of chitin. This compound is a critical advanced intermediate and analytical standard in carbohydrate chemistry and glycobiology research. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, academic research institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on developing novel glycosylation methodologies, enzyme inhibitors, and bioactive carbohydrate-based molecules.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Serves as a key intermediate for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates used in studying carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Used as a substrate analog or inhibitor in research targeting chitinases, glycosidases, and other carbohydrate-processing enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a building block for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity reference standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR for method development and quantification in carbohydrate analysis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the synthesis of activity-based probes and labeled sugars for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Material Science: Investigated as a precursor for modified chitosan/chitin materials with tailored properties for biomedical and industrial applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-o-Methyl-Di-n-Trifluoroacetyl-β-Chitobioside
CAS No.	76418-42-3
Molecular Formula	C19H25F6NO13
Molecular Weight	589.40 g/mol
Synonyms	1-O-Methyl-2-deoxy-2-(2,2,2-trifluoroacetamido)-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-2-deoxy-2-(2,2,2-trifluoroacetamido)-β-D-glucopyranoside; Methyl 2-acetamido-4-O-(2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranosyl)-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranoside Trifluoroacetate Derivative; N,N'-Di(trifluoroacetyl)chitobioside Methyl Glycoside; β-Chitobioside, 1-O-methyl, di-N-trifluoroacetyl; Methyl β-chitobioside per-N-trifluoroacetate
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-o-Methyl-Di-n-Trifluoroacetyl-β-Chitobioside is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity by HPLC, identity confirmation by NMR and/or IR, and other relevant parameters is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

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)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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