Description

Benzyl α-D-Galactopyranoside is a specialized glycoside derivative where a benzyl group is attached to the anomeric carbon of galactose. This compound serves as a crucial protected monosaccharide building block and glycosylation precursor in synthetic carbohydrate chemistry. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Glycochemistry Research: A fundamental starting material for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycans.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the development and production of glycosidase inhibitors, glycomimetic drugs, and carbohydrate-based vaccines.
• Bioconjugation: Acts as a precursor for creating glycosylated probes, labels, and linkers used in biochemical assays and diagnostic tools.
• Glycolipid & Glycoprotein Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate for constructing biologically active glycolipids and glycoprotein fragments.
• Standards & Reagents: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard or a critical reagent in carbohydrate analysis and characterization.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl α-D-Galactopyranoside
CAS No.	86196-36-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈O₆
Molecular Weight	270.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl α-D-Galactoside; α-D-Galactopyranoside, Benzyl; Benzyl α-D-Galactopyranoside; 1-O-Benzyl-α-D-galactopyranose; α-Benzyl D-galactopyranoside; Galactose, benzyl α-D-galactopyranoside; Benzyl α-Galactoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzyl α-D-Galactopyranoside is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets high-grade research and production standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications 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 should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]²⁰D	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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