Properties
Description
2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-benzoyl-D-galactopyranoside is a perbenzoylated galactose derivative, soluble in nonpolar organic solvents and a protected intermediate in carbohydrate synthesis.
Molecular Formula
C34H28O10
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-benzoyl-D-galactopyranoside is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Applications
2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-benzoyl-D-galactopyranoside can be used as a stable and protected form of D-galactose for studying glycosidase activity.