Description

1,5-Dideoxy-1,5-Imino-Xylitol is a high-purity iminosugar derivative, also known as DIX, valued for its role as a potent and selective glycosidase inhibitor. This compound is a critical building block and research tool in medicinal chemistry and biochemistry, enabling the study of carbohydrate-processing enzymes. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, academic researchers, and fine chemical manufacturers developing therapeutic agents for metabolic and viral diseases.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of novel glycosidase inhibitor drugs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a selective inhibitor to study the mechanism and function of α-glucosidase and other carbohydrate-metabolizing enzymes.
• Antiviral Agent Development: Investigated for its potential in disrupting viral glycoprotein processing, targeting viruses like influenza and HIV.
• Diabetes & Metabolic Disorder Research: Applied in preclinical studies for developing anti-diabetic agents that modulate blood glucose levels.
• Enzyme Profiling & Assay Development: Employed as a standard or probe in high-throughput screening (HTS) assays to identify new enzyme targets.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Used in universities and research institutes for fundamental studies in glycobiology and enzymology.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Dideoxy-1,5-Imino-Xylitol
CAS No.	13042-55-2
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO4
Molecular Weight	149.15 g/mol
Synonyms	DIX; 1,5-Dideoxy-1,5-imino-D-xylitol; (2R,3R,4R)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)piperidine-3,4-diol; 1,5-Imino-1,5-dideoxyxylitol; 1,5-Dideoxy-1,5-iminoxylitol; Iminoxylitol; Glycosidase Inhibitor DIX
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1,5-Dideoxy-1,5-Imino-Xylitol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to support research and regulatory requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC purity, chiral purity, and identification data are available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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