Properties
Description
6-Chloro-6-deoxygalactose is a galactose derivative with a chlorine atom replacing the C6 hydroxyl group, expected to be water-soluble and potentially useful in studying galactose metabolism or as a synthetic intermediate.
Molecular Formula
C6H11ClO5
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
6-Chloro-6-deoxygalactose is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Applications
6-Chloro-6-deoxygalactose can serve as a chemically modified galactose for the synthesis of halogenated glycoconjugates with potential bioactivity.