Description

Methyl 2-O,3-O,6-o-Triacetyl-4-Deoxy-α-D-Xylo-Hexopyranoside is a key protected carbohydrate intermediate, specifically a methyl glycoside derivative with acetyl protecting groups. This compound is essential for synthetic organic chemists as it provides a versatile chiral building block for the stereoselective construction of complex sugar derivatives and glycoconjugates. It is primarily utilized in pharmaceutical research and development for the synthesis of novel nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral synthon in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly nucleoside-based drugs.
• Antiviral Drug Synthesis: Used as a building block in the synthetic pathways for potential antiviral compounds and prodrugs.
• Glycochemistry Research: Acts as a protected glycosyl donor or acceptor in the study of glycosylation reactions and oligosaccharide assembly.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for the synthesis of modified sugars and sugar mimetics with tailored biological activities.
• Bioconjugate Development: Utilized in creating carbohydrate-protein or carbohydrate-small molecule conjugates for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: A starting material for synthesizing labeled or tagged sugar derivatives used to study biological recognition processes.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methyl 2-O,3-O,6-o-Triacetyl-4-Deoxy-α-D-Xylo-Hexopyranoside
CAS No.	13264-03-4
Molecular Formula	C15H22O9
Molecular Weight	346.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,3,6-Tri-O-acetyl-4-deoxy-α-D-xylo-hexopyranoside; 4-Deoxy-α-D-xylo-hexopyranoside, methyl 2,3,6-triacetate; Methyl 4-deoxy-2,3,6-tri-O-acetyl-α-D-xylo-hexopyranoside; 1-O-Methyl-2,3,6-tri-O-acetyl-4-deoxy-α-D-xylo-hexopyranose; α-D-Methyl 2,3,6-tri-O-acetyl-4-deoxyxylopyranoside; Methyl 4-deoxy-α-D-xylo-hexopyranoside 2,3,6-triacetate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-O,3-O,6-o-Triacetyl-4-Deoxy-α-D-Xylo-Hexopyranoside is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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