Description

1,2-o-Cyclohexylidene-3-o-Methyl-α-D-Glucofuranose is a protected carbohydrate derivative, specifically a glucofuranose with cyclohexylidene and methyl protecting groups. This compound serves as a crucial chiral intermediate and building block in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical manufacturers for the production of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or chiral synthon in the synthesis of nucleoside-based drugs, antiviral compounds, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a protected sugar moiety in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural products, glycoconjugates, and specialty chemicals.
• Glycochemistry Research: Essential reagent in academic and industrial research focused on carbohydrate chemistry, glycosylation reactions, and the development of new synthetic methodologies.
• Process Development: Employed in scaling up synthetic routes for target molecules where stereochemical control and protecting group strategy are paramount.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-o-Cyclohexylidene-3-o-Methyl-α-D-Glucofuranose
CAS No.	13322-87-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₂O₆
Molecular Weight	274.31 g/mol
Synonyms	3-O-Methyl-1,2-O-cyclohexylidene-α-D-glucofuranose; 1,2-O-Cyclohexylidene-3-O-methyl-α-D-glucofuranose; 3-O-Methyl-1,2-O-cyclohexylidene-α-D-glucofuranose; 3-O-Methyl-1,2-O-cyclohexylidene-α-D-glucofuranose; Cyclohexylidene-protected methyl glucofuranose; α-D-Glucofuranose, 1,2-O-cyclohexylidene-3-O-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-o-Cyclohexylidene-3-o-Methyl-α-D-Glucofuranose is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance as a synthetic intermediate. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically by HPLC), and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.