Description

β-D-Galactopyranosyl Nitromethane is a specialized glycosyl nitromethane derivative, a key synthetic intermediate in carbohydrate and medicinal chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring a nitromethane moiety linked to a galactose sugar, makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates and C-glycosides. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors developing novel therapeutics, diagnostic agents, and advanced biomaterials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical building block for the synthesis of novel glycosidase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and cancer therapeutics.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Used in the preparation of C-glycosides, glycopeptides, and other complex carbohydrate mimetics for biological studies.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a precursor for fluorescent or affinity tags to study carbohydrate-protein interactions and metabolic pathways.
• Enzyme Substrate Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of substrates for glycosyltransferase and glycosidase enzyme assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile chiral synthon for asymmetric synthesis in advanced organic chemistry research and development.
• Biomaterial Functionalization: Used to introduce carbohydrate motifs onto polymers or surfaces for creating bioactive materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-D-Galactopyranosyl Nitromethane
CAS No.	81846-64-2
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO7
Molecular Weight	223.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Deoxy-1-nitro-D-galactitol; 1-Nitro-1-deoxy-D-galactitol; D-Galactosylnitromethane; Nitromethyl β-D-galactopyranoside; β-D-Galactopyranosylnitromethane; 1-Nitro-1-deoxygalactitol; Galactitol, 1-deoxy-1-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our β-D-Galactopyranosyl Nitromethane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and chiral analysis to ensure stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to guarantee compliance with your research and development requirements.

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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed under an inert atmosphere after each use to maintain stability and prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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