Compound Q&A
How is alpha-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1->4)-beta-D-galactopyranosyl-(1->4)-D-glucopyranose (CAS: 66580-68-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
This compound can be synthesized through condensation reactions involving galactose and glucose derivatives using sodium hydroxide as a base. The reaction is highly selective, yielding a single diester product with a good yield. Commonly, this synthesis is carried out in an aqueous medium under mild conditions to ensure high purity and yield.
About
CAS No
66580-68-5
English Name
alpha-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1->4)-beta-D-galactopyranosyl-(1->4)-D-glucopyranose
Molecular Formula
C18H32O16
Molecular Weight
504.44 g/mol
SMILES
C(C1C(C(C(C(O1)OC2C(OC(C(C2O)O)OC3C(OC(C(C3O)O)O)CO)CO)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
FYGDTMLNYKFZSV-ANKSBSNASA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-31 21:15
