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beta-D-Galactose pentaacetate
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Beta-D-Galactose pentaacetate is a protected sugar derivative used in organic synthesis, particularly in carbohydrate chemistry and the preparation of glycosides. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C16H22O11 and a molecular weight of 390.34 g/mol. It is stable at ambient temperature and has no signal word. Molekula supplies beta-D-Galactose pentaacetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £73.20 per pack ex VAT · £87.84 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or almost white powder |
| Melting Point | 139.0 to 146.0°C |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 20ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.0% |
| Assay | ≥ 98.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3ppm |
| Origin | Non-animal |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 60970834 |
| CAS Number | 4163-60-4 |
| IUPAC Name | [(2R,3S,4S,5R,6S)-3,4,5,6-tetraacetyloxyoxan-2-yl]methyl acetate |
| EC Number | 224-008-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H22O11 |
| Molecular Weight | 390.34 |
| Exact Mass | 390.1162 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)OC[C@@H]1[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O1)OC(=O)C)OC(=O)C)OC(=O)C)OC(=O)C |
| InChIKey | LPTITAGPBXDDGR-LYYZXLFJSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H22O11/c1-7(17)22-6-12-13(23-8(2)18)14(24-9(3)19)15(25-10(4)20)16(27-12)26-11(5)21/h12-16H,6H2,1-5H3/t12-,13+,14+,15-,16-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 94752 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29400060 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- [(2R,3S,4S,5R,6S)-3,4,5,6-tetraacetyloxyoxan-2-yl]methyl acetate
- 1,2,3,4,6-Penta-O-acetyl-beta-D-galactopyranose
- 1,2,3,4,6-penta-o-acetylgalactopyranose
- 2,3,4,6-Tetraacetyl-I(2)-acetyl-D-galaktose
- b-d-Galactose pentaacetate
- beta-D-Galactopyranose pentaacetate
- beta-D-Galactopyranose, 1,2,3,4,6-pentaacetate
- beta-Penta-O-acetyl-D-galactopyranose
- Penta-O-acetyl-beta-D-galactopyranose
- ss-D-galactose pentaacetate
Frequently asked questions
What is beta-D-Galactose pentaacetate used for?
It is primarily used as a building block in carbohydrate chemistry and organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of glycosides and other complex carbohydrates.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C16H22O11 with a molecular weight of 390.34 g/mol.
How should beta-D-Galactose pentaacetate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
Available in high-purity analytical grade suitable for research and synthesis applications.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply beta-D-Galactose pentaacetate in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) upon request.
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