Lacto-N-difucohexaose I

Product Name: Lacto-N-difucohexaose I

Other Name: Lacto-N-difucohexaose; LNDFHI

CAS No.: 16789-38-1

Chemical Structure:

Lacto-N-difucohexaose I Application:

Lacto-N-difucohexaose I (LNDFH I) is a complex fucosylated oligosaccharide belonging to the family of human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs). Structurally, it contains multiple fucose residues linked to a hexasaccharide backbone, giving the molecule a defined stereochemical configuration and distinctive glycosidic linkage pattern. Due to its structural specificity and biological relevance, LNDFH I is widely utilized in glycoscience, carbohydrate chemistry, and analytical research.

The compound is typically produced through controlled enzymatic synthesis or advanced carbohydrate synthesis technologies to achieve defined purity and structural integrity. Because of its well-characterized molecular structure, Lacto-N-difucohexaose I is commonly used in laboratory environments for glycan analysis, method development, and structure–function studies involving complex oligosaccharides. Its reproducible quality and compatibility with chromatographic and spectrometric techniques make it a valuable material for researchers and industrial laboratories investigating oligosaccharide composition and interactions. Applications:

1. Glycoscience and Carbohydrate Research
   Lacto-N-difucohexaose I is widely used in glycan research to investigate the structure and functional characteristics of fucosylated oligosaccharides in controlled experimental systems.

2. Analytical Method Development
   The compound is used as a reference material in analytical laboratories for HPLC, LC-MS, and other carbohydrate analysis techniques to support structural identification and quantitative evaluation.

3. Human Milk Oligosaccharide Studies
   LNDFH I serves as a representative fucosylated HMO in research focusing on oligosaccharide composition, biosynthesis pathways, and structural classification of complex glycans.

4. Biotechnology and Fermentation Research
   Utilized in microbial or enzymatic production studies where carbohydrate structures are examined during the development of oligosaccharide biosynthesis processes.

5. Quality Control and Reference Standard Applications
   Applied as a reference compound for verification of glycan purity, structural consistency, and method calibration in laboratories working with carbohydrate-based materials.

Lacto-N-difucohexaose I Packaging and Shipping:

Packaging: 1kg/ bag, 25kg/ drum or as customer’s required.

Shipping : DHL/ FedEx/ Air shipping/ Ocean shipping

Lacto-N-difucohexaose I Storage:

Please store in a well ventilated, dry place at 2-8 ℃ and avoid direct sunlight.