Description

L-Gulofurano-6,3-Lactone, L-Guluronolactone CAS NO 14474-04-5 is a specialized sugar lactone derivative, serving as a key chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique stereochemistry and functional group, which are critical for constructing complex molecules with specific biological activities. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and nutraceutical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or study carbohydrate-based chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral precursor for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metabolic pathways or requiring specific sugar-based motifs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a versatile building block for creating complex natural products, specialty chemicals, and advanced materials where precise stereocontrol is required.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and as a substrate or inhibitor in glycoscience research.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for potential applications in the development of specialized dietary supplements and functional food ingredients.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialty esters or derivatives with potential humectant or skin-conditioning properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Gulofurano-6,3-Lactone, L-Guluronolactone
CAS No.	14474-04-5
Molecular Formula	C6H8O6
Molecular Weight	176.12 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Gulono-1,4-lactone; L-Gulonolactone; L-Gulono-γ-lactone; L-(+)-Gulonolactone; Gulonic acid γ-lactone, L-; (3R,4S,5R)-3,4,5-Trihydroxyoxane-2-one; 14474-04-5; L-Guluronic acid lactone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our L-Guluronolactone is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer material suitable for research and development purposes, with specifications tailored to your project requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of water, which may affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.