6′-Sialyllactose Sodium Salt (6’SL Sodium Salt)

6′-Sialyllactose Sodium Salt (6’SL Sodium Salt)

Detailed Product Description

6′-Sialyllactose Sodium Salt (6’SL Sodium Salt) is a sialylated human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) derivative composed of lactose linked with N-acetylneuraminic acid (sialic acid) through an α2-6 glycosidic bond. It is the sodium salt form of 6’-Sialyllactose, designed to provide enhanced stability, improved solubility, and convenient handling in aqueous research systems.

6’SL is one of the most prominent acidic oligosaccharides present in human breast milk, playing an essential role in early-life nutrition and immune protection. It supports the development of a healthy gut microbiota by promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria such as Bifidobacteria while acting as a decoy receptor that prevents the adhesion of pathogenic microorganisms to intestinal cells.

Due to its unique structural characteristics, 6′-Sialyllactose Sodium Salt is widely used in glycobiology, microbiome research, and carbohydrate chemistry. The presence of sialic acid makes this molecule particularly valuable in studies related to neural development, cognitive function, immune modulation, and host–microbe interactions.

In addition, this compound serves as an important analytical reference standard in glycan analysis, mass spectrometry, and chromatographic characterization of oligosaccharides. Its defined structure and high purity make it suitable for biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical research involving functional glycans and human milk oligosaccharides.

Key Features

• Sialylated human milk oligosaccharide derivative
• Sodium salt form for improved water solubility and stability
• High purity suitable for analytical and research applications
• Structurally defined glycan for glycobiology studies
• Ideal for microbiome and host–pathogen interaction research

Applications

• Human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) research
• Glycobiology and glycomics studies
• Infant nutrition and microbiome research
• Neural development and cognitive function studies
• Host–pathogen interaction research
• Analytical standards for glycan profiling and characterization
• Pharmaceutical and biotechnology research

Storage

Store at -20°C in a dry, well-sealed container to ensure long-term stability.