1-Azido-1-deoxy-β-D-lactopyranoside (CAS 69266-16-6)

1-Azido-1-deoxy-β-D-lactopyranoside is a compound with a functional azido group attached to a sugar moiety, making it an important tool in glycoscience research. This compound is particularly useful in the study of glycoconjugates due to its reactive azide, which can participate in bioorthogonal click chemistry reactions, allowing for the labeling and tracking of biomolecules without interfering with native biological processes. Researchers employ 1-Azido-1-deoxy-β-D-lactopyranoside to investigate carbohydrate-protein interactions, which are critical in a variety of cellular recognition events. The azido sugar is also utilized in synthesizing glycoconjugates with enhanced stability and altered biological properties compared to their natural counterparts. This enables the exploration of the biological functions of glycoconjugates and their potential applications in materials science, such as in the development of glycosylated polymers or bioactive surfaces. Moreover, 1-Azido-1-deoxy-β-D-lactopyranoside′s versatility in chemical synthesis broadens the repertoire of tools available for the modification and study of glycan structures in a research setting.