2-Cyclohexylethyl-4-O-(a-D-glucopyranosyl)-b-D-glucopyranoside (CAS 260804-65-7)

2-Cyclohexylethyl-4-O-(α-D-glucopyranosyl)-β-D-glucopyranoside is a synthetic glycoside that features a unique structural framework combining a hydrophobic cyclohexylethyl group with a hydrophilic disaccharide segment, consisting of α-D-glucopyranosyl and β-D-glucopyranoside units. This amphiphilic molecule is particularly valuable in research focused on the properties and behaviors of surfactants and emulsifiers in non-medical applications. Its ability to self-assemble into micelles and vesicles in aqueous solutions makes it an excellent model for studying the mimicry of biological membranes, crucial for understanding molecular interactions within cell-like systems. Additionally, this compound is used to investigate the synthesis, stability, and reactivity of glycosidic bonds, offering insights into carbohydrate chemistry that are applicable in fields ranging from food science to materials engineering. The interactions of this glycoside with various biomolecules can also shed light on the dynamics of sugar-based surfactants affecting surface and interfacial tensions, thereby influencing the development of innovative formulations in industrial applications like cosmetics and food products, where understanding the balance between hydrophobic and hydrophilic components is key.