Description

Methyl 4-Deoxy-α-D-Xylo-Hexopyranoside is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and a key intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chiral building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and biochemical research. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector who require high-purity intermediates for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), nucleoside analogs, and other fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel nucleoside-based antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in the study and synthesis of modified sugars, glycosides, and carbohydrate mimetics for drug discovery.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Serves as a precursor for labeled compounds or probes used in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block for creating complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for research laboratories focused on medicinal chemistry and synthetic methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Deoxy-α-D-Xylo-Hexopyranoside
CAS No.	13241-00-4
Molecular Formula	C7H14O5
Molecular Weight	178.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Deoxy-α-D-xylo-hexopyranoside; 4-Deoxy-α-D-xylo-hexopyranoside methyl ether; Methyl α-D-quinovoside; Methyl 4-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranoside; α-Methyl quinovoside; Quinovose methyl glycoside, α-; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Deoxy-α-D-Xylo-Hexopyranoside is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can support custom purity requirements for specific project needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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