N-Acetyl-2-Phenylthioneuraminic Acid Methyl Ester, 4,7,8,9-Tetraacetate (α β Mix) [2-(Sph)-Sialic Acid Methyl Ester, 4,7,8,9-Tetraacetate]

Cat. No. FNK-SA005010


Features:

Size: 10 g
CAS #: 155155-64-9
Molecular Formula: C₂₆H₃₃NO₁₂
Molecular weight: 583.61
Purity: >98% (TLC)
Storage: RT

Product description
N-Acetyl-2-Phenylthioneuraminic Acid Methyl Ester, 4,7,8,9-Tetraacetate is a modified sialic acid derivative with multiple acetyl groups, a methyl ester, and a phenylthio group. It is an important compound used in glycobiology research and sialic acid metabolism studies.

Properties

• Chemical formula: C₂₆H₃₃NO₁₂
• Molecular weight: 583.61 g/mol
• CAS Number: 155155-64-9
• White to off-white powder
• Purity: >98% (TLC) or >99%
• Storage temperature: Room temperature

Applications and usage

• Sialic acid metabolism studies
• Glycobiology research
• Synthesis of sialic acid derivatives
• Potential precursor for antiviral drug development
• Investigation of sialic acid-mediated cell signaling
• Substrate for sialate O-acetylesterase assays

Safety and handling

• Handle with care in a laboratory setting
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Avoid inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact
• Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place

Involved human diseases

• Cancer (potential involvement in metastasis)
• Viral infections (e.g., influenza)
• Neurodegenerative disorders
• Autoimmune diseases
• Congenital disorders of glycosylation

Involved cell signaling pathways

• Sialic acid-binding immunoglobulin-like lectin (Siglec) signaling
• Cell adhesion and migration pathways
• Immune system modulation
• Viral entry and infection processes
• Glycoprotein-mediated cell-cell interactions