Description

D-Arabino-Hexopyranos-3-Ulose, 1,6-Anhydro-, β- (8Ci) is a specialized anhydro sugar derivative, a key chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its unique stereochemistry and rigid bicyclic structure, which is instrumental in the synthesis of complex molecules and novel materials. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and exploring carbohydrate-based chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral precursor for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, nucleoside analogs, and complex bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemical configurations.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for creating specialty chemicals, advanced materials, and ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: A fundamental substrate for studying glycosylation reactions, anhydro sugar chemistry, and the synthesis of rare sugars.
• Glycobiology & Glycomics: Employed in the preparation of carbohydrate mimetics and probes for investigating biological recognition processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic and medicinal chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Arabino-Hexopyranos-3-Ulose, 1,6-Anhydro-, β- (8Ci)
CAS No.	17371-38-9
Molecular Formula	C6H8O5
Molecular Weight	160.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6-Anhydro-β-D-ribo-hexopyranos-3-ulose; 1,6-Anhydro-3-deoxy-β-D-ribo-hexopyranos-3-ulose; 3-Keto-1,6-anhydro-β-D-glucopyranose; 3-Deoxy-1,6-anhydro-β-D-ribo-hexopyranos-3-ulose; Levoglucosenone (Note: Levoglucosenone is a closely related but distinct isomer; this is a common point of reference); D-Arabino-Hexopyranos-3-ulose, 1,6-anhydro-, β-; 1,6-Anhydro-3-keto-β-D-glucopyranose
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Quality Control

Our production of D-Arabino-Hexopyranos-3-Ulose, 1,6-Anhydro-, β- (8Ci) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every 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 a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.