Fig. 1 · Structure
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Methyl α-D-mannopyranoside
Methyl Glycoside Derivative
Methyl α-D-mannopyranoside is a methyl glycoside derivative that serves as a conformational stabilizer of α-D-mannopyranose. In aqueous environments, it stabilizes into a trans conformation through intermolecular hydrogen bonds, while in the gas phase, steric interactions lead to a favored clockwise gauche conformation. This compound is a crucial component of secondary cell wall polymers in certain bacteria and functions as an acceptor substrate for alternansucrase, facilitating the generation of glycosylated oligosaccharides. Methyl α-D-mannopyranoside is particularly useful for investigating bacterial pathogenic mechanisms linked to mannose-specific fimbrial lectins.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Adooq Bioscience |
|---|---|
| Actions | Stabilizer |
| CAS Number | 617-04-9 |
| Applications | Methyl Glycoside Derivative |
| Formula | C7H14O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 194.18 |
| Synonyms | α-Methyl-D-mannoside |
| SMILES | O[C@@H]1[C@@H](OC)O[C@H](CO)[C@@H](O)[C@@H]1O |
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In Vitro Solubility
Reported Solubility
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Storage
Store powder at -20°C, keep desiccated.
In powder form, the chemical is stable for 36 months.
In solution, store at -20°C and use within 1 month to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.