Description

4-o-(4-o-α-Galactopyranosyl-β-Galactopyranosyl)Glucopyranose is a complex, high-purity oligosaccharide of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and development. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and building block for synthesizing specialized carbohydrates and studying carbohydrate-protein interactions. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic industries for applications in glycobiology, vaccine development, and the creation of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a precise substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and for investigating lectin binding specificities.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis of complex carbohydrate-based drugs and vaccines.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the development of diagnostic kits and assays that detect specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or antibodies.
• Biochemical Standards: Acts as a high-purity calibrant or control in analytical methods like HPLC and mass spectrometry for carbohydrate analysis.
• Enzymology Studies: Utilized to study the activity and specificity of glycosyltransferases, glycosidases, and other carbohydrate-active enzymes.
• Nutritional Science Research: Investigated for its potential prebiotic properties and interactions with gut microbiota.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-o-(4-o-α-Galactopyranosyl-β-Galactopyranosyl)Glucopyranose
CAS No.	80446-87-3
Molecular Formula	C18H32O16
Molecular Weight	504.44 g/mol
Synonyms	O-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→4)-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-(1→4)-D-glucopyranose; α-D-Gal-(1→4)-β-D-Gal-(1→4)-D-Glc; 4-O-α-D-Galactopyranosyl-4-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-D-glucose; Trisaccharide Galα1-4Galβ1-4Glc; 4'-O-α-Galactosyl-lactose; α-Galactobiose-β-linked to glucose; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-o-(4-o-α-Galactopyranosyl-β-Galactopyranosyl)Glucopyranose is produced 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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