methyl beta-D-galactopyranoside (CAS No: 1824-94-8) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Remdesivir. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: Methyl galactoside, Galactopyranoside, methyl, beta-D-
CAS No: 1824-94-8
PubChem CID: 94214
Mol Formula: C7H14O6
Mol Weight: 194.18 g/mol
Used in API: Remdesivir
IUPAC Name: (2R,3R,4S,5R,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-methoxyoxane-3,4,5-triol
API Intermediate Description: Methyl β-D-galactopyranoside is a glycoside in which the sugar D-galactose is linked via a β-glycosidic bond to a methyl group. It is commonly used as a carbohydrate intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its stable glycosidic linkage allows selective chemical modifications on the sugar moiety for the preparation of complex molecules.
