A competitive glycosidase inhibitor. It is also a glycoprotein mannosidase inhibitor - inhibiting jack bean, and to a lesser extent lysosomal alpha-mannosidase. It is an azofuranose analog of mannose, and is structurally related to swainsonine.
Molecular Weight:199.63
Molecular Formula:C₆H₁₄ClNO₄•HCl
Purity:≥ 95%
Form:Supplied as an off-white solid
Melting Point:147-148°C
Solubility:Water
Stability:Hygroscopic
Method for Determining Identity:H NMR Spectroscopic Analysis
TLC Conditions:Si2O; n-Butanol: Acetic acid: Water; 4:5:1; Visualized with Ninhydrin; Single spot; Rf=0.5.
Storage and Stability:May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
