4-Methoxyphenyl 3,4-O-Isopropylidene-6-O-(4-methylbenzoyl)-beta-D-galactopyranoside (CAS 790999-92-7)

4-Methoxyphenyl 3,4-O-Isopropylidene-6-O-(4-methylbenzoyl)-beta-D-galactopyranoside is a carbohydrate derivative with specific functional groups that make it valuable in carbohydrate chemistry research. The isopropylidene moiety effectively protects the hydroxyl groups at positions 3 and 4, while the 4-methylbenzoyl group shields position 6. These protective groups provide specificity for glycosylation reactions, offering a selective approach to exposing hydroxyls for further chemical modification. The compound′s 4-methoxyphenyl group serves as a convenient conjugation anchor to other molecules through glycosidic linkage, expanding its use in glycan synthesis. Its precise structure allows researchers to use it as an intermediate in constructing complex oligosaccharides. These glycoconjugates can be used in studying carbohydrate-protein interactions, particularly with lectins and glycosyltransferases. Lectins, for instance, are proteins that bind specifically to carbohydrate structures and are essential in decoding cellular communication pathways. Moreover, this compound aids in identifying the mechanisms underlying glycan biosynthesis and recognition, providing insights into cellular signaling processes. Its specific protective groups and structural arrangement also make it a valuable tool for investigating the role of glycans in immune responses, pathogen recognition, and glycosylation-related cellular processes. This research contributes to understanding the regulatory mechanisms that govern cellular communication via glycosylation.