Description

A-L-Idopyranose, Pentaacetate is a fully acetylated derivative of the rare sugar L-idose, serving as a crucial protected intermediate in synthetic carbohydrate chemistry. This compound matters for its role in enabling the precise construction of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates, where protecting group strategy is paramount. It is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel glycotherapeutics, diagnostic tools, and as a chiral building block for advanced organic synthesis.

Application

• Glycochemistry Research: A key protected synthon for the controlled synthesis of L-idose-containing oligosaccharides and glycans.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of carbohydrate-based drugs, including antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Chiral Pool Synthesis: Serves as a valuable source of chirality for constructing complex natural products and bioactive molecules.
• Glycoconjugate Preparation: Facilitates the creation of well-defined glycoproteins, glycolipids, and neoglycoconjugates for biological studies.
• Enzyme Substrate/Inhibitor Studies: Employed in biochemical research to study glycosidase and glycosyltransferase enzymes.
• Standards and Reference Materials: Used as an analytical standard for method development and quality control in carbohydrate analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	A-L-Idopyranose, Pentaacetate
CAS No.	16299-15-3
Molecular Formula	C16H22O11
Molecular Weight	390.34 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,6-Penta-O-acetyl-α-L-idopyranose; α-L-Idopyranose pentaacetate; Penta-O-acetyl-α-L-idopyranose; 1,2,3,4,6-Penta-O-acetyl-α-L-idose; L-Idose pentaacetate; α-L-Idose pentaacetate; Acetylated L-idose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our A-L-Idopyranose, Pentaacetate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.