Properties
Description
1,2,3,6-Tetra-O-acetyla-D-galactopyranose is a partially acetylated α-D-galactose derivative, soluble in organic solvents and an intermediate for selective modifications.
Molecular Formula
C14H20O10
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
1,2,3,6-Tetra-O-acetyla-D-galactopyranose is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Applications
1,2,3,6-Tetra-O-acetyla-D-galactopyranose can be employed as a selectively protected galactose derivative for regioselective glycosylation at the C-4 position.