Description

D-Glucose Diethyl Mercaptal is a protected derivative of glucose, where the carbonyl group is masked as a dithioacetal, offering enhanced stability for synthetic manipulations. This compound is a crucial chiral building block and protecting group reagent in sophisticated organic synthesis, particularly for carbohydrate and nucleoside chemistry. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex, multi-step syntheses.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, nucleoside analogs, and antiviral agents.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Used as a protected glucose derivative to study glycosylation reactions and synthesize complex oligosaccharides.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of advanced, biologically active compounds for crop protection.
• Bioconjugate Chemistry: Useful for modifying biomolecules, where the thioacetal group can be used for further functionalization or as a stable linker.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Glucose Diethyl Mercaptal
CAS No.	1941-52-2
Molecular Formula	C10H22O5S2
Molecular Weight	286.41 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2:5,6-Di-O-isopropylidene-α-D-glucofuranose diethyl dithioacetal; D-Glucose diethyl dithioacetal; Diethyl dithioacetal of D-glucose; α-D-Glucofuranose, 1,2:5,6-bis-O-(1-methylethylidene)-, diethyl dithioacetal; 1,2:5,6-Di-O-isopropylidene-α-D-glucofuranose diethyl mercaptal
EINECS	217-738-1

Quality Control

Our D-Glucose Diethyl Mercaptal is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.