Description

Methyl 3,6-Anhydro-α-D-Glucofuranoside CAS NO 17184-28-0 is a specialized carbohydrate derivative, specifically a methylated anhydro sugar, serving as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique fused furanoside structure with an anhydro bridge provides rigidity and specific stereochemistry, making it crucial for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in the study and synthesis of complex carbohydrates, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel, stereospecific herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a specialized building block for flavors, fragrances, and advanced material precursors.
• Polymer Science: Potential monomer for creating novel biodegradable or functional polymers with specific stereoregularity.
• Chemical Biology Tool: Useful in probing enzyme mechanisms or as a component in diagnostic assays targeting carbohydrate-processing enzymes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 3,6-Anhydro-α-D-Glucofuranoside
CAS No.	17184-28-0
Molecular Formula	C7H12O5
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3,6-Anhydro-α-D-glucofuranoside; 3,6-Anhydro-α-D-glucofuranoside methyl ether; Methyl α-D-3,6-anhydroglucofuranoside; α-D-Glucofuranoside, methyl 3,6-anhydro-; 1-O-Methyl-3,6-anhydro-α-D-glucofuranose; 3,6-Anhydro-1-O-methyl-α-D-glucofuranose; Methyl 3,6-anhydro-α-D-glucoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 3,6-Anhydro-α-D-Glucofuranoside is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for your research and development needs. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, optical rotation, and impurity profile is available for each lot 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific 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.