2-Acetamido-3-O-(b-D-galactopyranosyl)-2-deoxy-D-thiogalactopyranose

Ref. 3D-OA10922

Product Information

• Name: 2-Acetamido-3-O-(b-D-galactopyranosyl)-2-deoxy-D-thiogalactopyranose
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2-Acetamido-3-O-(b-D-galactopyranosyl)-2-deoxy-D-thiogalactopyranose is a synthetic disaccharide analog designed for research in glycoscience and biochemistry, particularly for applications in glycosylation-related studies. This compound is synthesized in the laboratory and is not derived from natural sources, allowing for precise structural modifications that facilitate detailed analyses of glycan interactions.The mode of action of this compound involves its role as a mimic of natural glycans, enabling the examination of carbohydrate-protein interactions, enzymatic activity, and glycan recognition processes with high specificity. It can be leveraged as a probe in structural biology to elucidate the mechanisms underlying biological recognition and signaling events mediated by carbohydrate molecules.This compound finds applications in the study of enzymatic hydrolysis, as an inhibitor of glycosidases, and in the synthesis of glycan-based drugs. It is of particular interest in the field of glycobiology for developing therapeutic agents and probing molecular pathways. The high specificity and structural fidelity of 2-Acetamido-3-O-(b-D-galactopyranosyl)-2-deoxy-D-thiogalactopyranose make it an invaluable tool for advancing our understanding of the intricate roles glycans play in biology.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 399.42 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₄H₂₅NO₁₀S
• Purity: Min. 95%