Description

6-o-A-L-Fucopyranosyl-N,N'-Diacetylchitobiose is a complex, defined oligosaccharide derived from chitin, serving as a crucial biochemical tool and reference standard. This compound is highly valued for its role in studying carbohydrate-protein interactions, particularly in the context of glycosylation and lectin binding. It is primarily sought by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science research sectors for applications in glycobiology, drug discovery, and diagnostic assay development.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a precise substrate or inhibitor to study enzyme kinetics, particularly for fucosyltransferases and glycosidases.
• Lectin Binding Studies: Serves as a high-purity ligand for characterizing the specificity and affinity of lectins and other carbohydrate-binding proteins.
• Diagnostic Development: Acts as a critical component in the development of assays for detecting specific antibodies or lectins related to disease states.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Utilized as a reference standard in the analysis and quality control of biopharmaceuticals, especially those with glycosylated structures.
• Biomarker Discovery: Employed in proteomic and glycomic research to identify and validate new carbohydrate-based biomarkers.
• Enzyme Characterization: Provides a defined structure for probing the activity and mechanism of chitinase and chitobiase enzymes.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-o-A-L-Fucopyranosyl-N,N'-Diacetylchitobiose
CAS No.	79365-98-3
Molecular Formula	C28H48N2O19
Molecular Weight	692.69 g/mol
Synonyms	6-O-α-L-Fucopyranosyl-N,N'-diacetylchitobiose; α-L-Fuc-(1→6)-GlcNAc-β-(1→4)-GlcNAc; Fucosyl chitobiose; Fucosylated chitobiose; 6-O-(α-L-Fucopyranosyl)-N,N'-diacetylchitobiose; Chitobiose derivative; Glycan standard; Fuc-α-(1-6)-GlcNAc-β-(1-4)-GlcNAc
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 6-o-A-L-Fucopyranosyl-N,N'-Diacetylchitobiose is produced and analyzed under stringent quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency suitable for advanced research. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions at -20°C.

Specification

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

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