Description

1-Deoxy-1-Nitro-L-Galactitol is a specialized nitro sugar derivative with significant potential in synthetic organic chemistry and biochemical research. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly those with carbohydrate or glycomimetic frameworks. It is primarily utilized by research scientists and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science industries for developing novel active ingredients and probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, especially those targeting glycosidase enzymes or involved in carbohydrate-based therapies.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies to investigate metabolic pathways and enzyme mechanisms related to galactose metabolism.
• Glycochemistry & Glycobiology: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics for biological activity screening.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block in the design and synthesis of novel, potentially bioactive compounds for crop protection.
• Academic Research: A valuable tool in organic synthesis laboratories for methodological development and the construction of stereochemically defined molecular libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Deoxy-1-Nitro-L-Galactitol
CAS No.	94481-72-8
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO7
Molecular Weight	211.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Deoxy-1-nitro-D-galactitol (L-form); 1-Nitro-1-deoxy-L-galactitol; L-1-Deoxy-1-nitro-galactitol; 1-Nitro-1-deoxy-L-dulcitol; Nitro-L-galactitol; (2R,3S,4R,5S)-1-Nitrohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol
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Quality Control

Our 1-Deoxy-1-Nitro-L-Galactitol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data is supplied with every order to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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