Description

β-D-Galactopyranoside, Phenyl 4,6-O-[(S)-Phenylmethylene]-1-Thio- is a specialized thioglycoside derivative, a crucial building block in synthetic carbohydrate chemistry. Its value lies in its role as a protected glycosyl donor, enabling the stereoselective synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors, particularly for developing novel glycotherapeutics, vaccines, and enzyme substrates.

Application

• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: A key intermediate for the stereocontrolled construction of O- and S-linked oligosaccharides and glycopeptides.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development of carbohydrate-based drugs, including antiviral agents, anti-cancer vaccines, and anti-inflammatory therapeutics.
• Enzyme Substrate Development: Serves as a precursor for designing specific substrates and inhibitors for glycosidases and glycosyltransferases.
• Diagnostic Reagent Production: Employed in synthesizing components for diagnostic assays and biosensors that detect specific carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create activity-based probes for studying glycosylation processes and carbohydrate-mediated biological recognition.
• Material Science: Potential applications in creating functionalized surfaces and polymers with specific carbohydrate motifs for biomaterial development.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	β-D-Galactopyranoside, Phenyl 4,6-O-[(S)-Phenylmethylene]-1-Thio-
CAS No.	87508-18-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₂O₆S
Molecular Weight	390.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenyl 4,6-O-[(S)-Benzylidene]-1-thio-β-D-galactopyranoside; 1-Thio-β-D-galactopyranoside, phenyl 4,6-O-[(S)-phenylmethylene]-; (S)-Phenyl 4,6-O-benzylidene-1-thio-β-D-galactopyranoside; Benzylidene-protected thiogalactoside; Thiogalactosyl donor; Glycosyl donor building block; Phenyl 1-thio-β-D-galactopyranoside 4,6-(S)-benzylidene acetal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our β-D-Galactopyranoside, Phenyl 4,6-O-[(S)-Phenylmethylene]-1-Thio- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity suitable for research and process development. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container should be kept in a desiccated environment. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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 Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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