Description

D-Arabinoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity chiral building block and synthetic intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry makes it a valuable precursor for the production of nucleosides, antiviral agents, and other biologically active compounds. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs and antiviral drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of chiral active ingredients for crop protection.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or building block in carbohydrate chemistry and metabolic pathway studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex molecules requiring specific arabino-configuration.
• Glycochemistry: Valuable starting material for the synthesis of glycosides and other sugar derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Arabinoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	15909-68-9
Molecular Formula	C6H12O6
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl D-arabinonate; D-Arabinonic acid methyl ester; Methyl α-D-arabinopyranoside (derivative); (2R,3S,4R)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxypentanoic acid methyl ester; Arabinonic acid methyl ester, D-; Methyl pentonate
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Quality Control

Our D-Arabinoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformity to agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.