Compound Q&A
How is Lacto-N-neotetraose (CAS: 13007-32-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
Lacto-N-neotetraose can be synthesized via enzymatic methods using lactose as a starting material. Specific enzymes like β-galactosidase and β-galactosidase from Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron are commonly used. The synthesis process yields Lacto-N-neotetraose with good selectivity and high yield, typically over 90%.
About
CAS No
13007-32-4
English Name
Lacto-N-neotetraose
Molecular Formula
C26H45NO21
Molecular Weight
707.63 g/mol
SMILES
OC[C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C=O)O)O)O[C@@H]1O[C@H](CO)[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]1O)O[C@@H]1O[C@H](CO)[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]1NC(=O)C)O)O[C@@H]1O[C@H](CO)[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]1O)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
RBMYDHMFFAVMMM-PLQWBNBWSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-28 10:54
