Methyl-β-D-Galactopyranoside

Chemical name:  Methyl-β-D-Galactopyranoside 

Product name:  Methyl  beta-D-Galactopyranoside, 1-O-methyl-beta-D-GAL, β-Methylgalactose, Methyl galactoside, 1-O-Methyl-Galactoside, Beta-methyl-D-galactoside.

Molecular formula: C₇H₁₄O₆

Molecular weight: 194.18246

CAS No.: 1824-94-8

Molecular formula:

Quality standard:

Item	Index
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Assay (HPLC), %	≥98
Melting point, ℃	175~179
Specific rotation  (C＝1.5，CH3OH)	-15 ~ -18
Loss on drying, %	≤1.0
Residue on ignition, %	≤0.1
TLC	Single spot

Properties: this product is white odorless crystalline powder and it is soluble in water, methanol, and hot ethyl alcohol.

Uses: in the synthesis of methyl galactoside derivatives, chiral D-inositol, β-D-methyl galacturonic acid, β-D- methyl galactonic acid, or compound of β-D-methyl galactoside, and borophenylic acid or crown ether.

Storage: tightly sealed and kept in cool and dry place.

Packing: 10kg/drum or at the request of client.

Shelf life: 2 years