Description

2-Methoxyoxane-3,4,5-Triol is a high-purity chemical intermediate with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique oxane ring structure functionalized with methoxy and hydroxyl groups makes it a valuable chiral building block for pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for carbohydrate-based drugs and nucleoside analogs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for ligands, catalysts, and complex organic molecules used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the study of enzyme inhibitors and carbohydrate-mimicking compounds for biochemical assays.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers and resins with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxyoxane-3,4,5-Triol
CAS No.	18449-76-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxyoxane-3,4,5-triol; 2-Methoxy-tetrahydropyran-3,4,5-triol; 3,4,5-Trihydroxy-2-methoxytetrahydropyran; 2-Methoxy-3,4,5-trihydroxytetrahydropyran; 2-Methoxy-3,4,5-trihydroxyoxane; 18449-76-8 (CAS Registry Number)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxyoxane-3,4,5-Triol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, supporting compliance with cGMP and ICH Q7 guidelines for advanced intermediates. Specifications can be aligned with customer-specific requirements for research or commercial scale.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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