Description

6-Deoxy-L-[2-13C]Galactose is a stable isotope-labeled derivative of the monosaccharide 6-deoxy-L-galactose, where the carbon atom at the 2-position is enriched with the carbon-13 isotope. This compound is a critical tool for advanced metabolic and biochemical research, enabling precise tracking and quantification of biochemical pathways using techniques like Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy and Mass Spectrometry (MS). It is primarily utilized by research scientists and pharmaceutical developers in the fields of glycobiology, metabolic flux analysis, and drug discovery, where understanding sugar metabolism and glycosylation processes is essential.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used as a 13C-labeled tracer in NMR and MS-based studies to elucidate the metabolic fate of deoxy sugars in biological systems.
• Glycobiology Research: Essential for investigating the biosynthesis and function of fucose-containing glycans, glycoproteins, and glycolipids.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or analytical standard in the development of carbohydrate-based therapeutics and diagnostics.
• Enzymology Studies: Employed to study the kinetics and mechanisms of enzymes involved in L-fucose metabolism, such as fucosyltransferases.
• Stable Isotope Labeling: Used to produce internally labeled biomolecules for structural biology and biophysical studies, reducing spectral complexity.
• Nutritional Science: Applied in research on gut microbiota and the metabolism of dietary carbohydrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Deoxy-L-[2-13C]Galactose
CAS No.	83379-37-7
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5 (13C at position 2)
Molecular Weight	165.16 g/mol (for 13C-labeled form)
Synonyms	L-[2-13C]Fucose; 6-Deoxy-L-[2-13C]galactose; (2R,3S,4R,5S)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxy[2-13C]hexanal; [2-13C]-6-Deoxy-L-galactose; Stable Isotope Labeled L-Fucose; 13C-Labeled 6-Deoxygalactose; L-Galacto-6-deoxy[2-13C]hexose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Deoxy-L-[2-13C]Galactose is produced and analyzed under strict quality protocols to ensure the highest isotopic and chemical purity for research applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request and provide detailed data on isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and specific analytical results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99 atom % 13C
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
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.