Description

3,4,6-Tri-o-Acetyl-2-Azido-2-Deoxy-D-Galactose is a key protected monosaccharide derivative, widely utilized as a versatile building block in synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic protection of hydroxyl groups and the reactive azido functionality, enabling precise glycosylation and click chemistry reactions. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, particularly for the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates, antiviral agents, and carbohydrate-based vaccines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical building block for the synthesis of novel antiviral drugs, antibiotics, and other therapeutic agents targeting carbohydrate-mediated processes.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids for biological studies and drug development.
• Click Chemistry Substrate: The azido group readily participates in copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) for bioconjugation and material surface functionalization.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Serves as a standard reagent and starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new glycosylation methodologies.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Employed in the creation of labeled probes and assay components for detecting specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or pathogens.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4,6-Tri-o-Acetyl-2-Azido-2-Deoxy-D-Galactose
CAS No.	83025-10-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₇N₃O₈
Molecular Weight	331.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Azido-2-deoxy-3,4,6-tri-O-acetyl-D-galactopyranose; 2-Azido-3,4,6-tri-O-acetyl-2-deoxy-D-galactopyranose; 3,4,6-Tri-O-acetyl-2-azido-2-deoxy-D-galactopyranose; D-Galactose, 2-azido-2-deoxy-, 3,4,6-triacetate; 2-Azido-2-deoxy-1,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-D-galactose (common misnomer); GalNAz per-O-acetylated precursor; Ac₃GalNAz
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Quality Control

Our 3,4,6-Tri-o-Acetyl-2-Azido-2-Deoxy-D-Galactose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation, to ensure high chemical purity and structural integrity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP starting material requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label or COA. This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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