Description
2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-benzyl-D-galactopyranose is a protected carbohydrate derivative, precisely a benzylated form of D-galactopyranose. This compound is often used in organic synthesis, particularly in preparing glycosyl donors and other carbohydrate derivatives. The benzyl groups serve as protecting groups, which can be removed under specific conditions to yield the free sugar.
Chemical Properties
White Powder
Uses
2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-benzyl-D-galactopyranose (cas# 53081-25-7) is a compound useful in organic synthesis.
Application
2,3,4,6-tetra-O-benzyl-D-galactopyranose is a structural unit that serves as both a galactosyl donor and an acceptor in the synthesis of sugars. It can also be used as a pharmaceutical intermediate and has been used in the synthesis of potential cholera toxin inhibitors, iNKT agonists and Scleropentaside A.
