Description

1,2,4,6-Di-o-Isopropylidene-α-L-Sorbofuranose is a key chiral building block and protected sugar derivative widely used in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for the production of high-value pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors requiring precise stereochemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of antiviral drugs, particularly nucleoside analogues, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chiral Synthesis: Serves as a starting material or chiral auxiliary in asymmetric synthesis to introduce specific stereocenters into complex molecules.
• Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid) Synthesis: An important intermediate in certain industrial and laboratory-scale synthetic routes to Vitamin C.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in the study and synthesis of carbohydrates, glycosides, and complex oligosaccharides.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and production of chiral pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: A building block for flavors, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,4,6-Di-o-Isopropylidene-α-L-Sorbofuranose
CAS No.	18604-19-8
Molecular Formula	C12H18O6
Molecular Weight	258.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2:4,6-Di-O-Isopropylidene-α-L-Sorbofuranose; Diacetone-L-Sorbose; Diacetone Sorbose; DAS; 2,3:4,6-Di-O-Isopropylidene-α-L-Sorbofuranose; L-Sorbose Diacetonide; α-L-Sorbofuranose, 1,2:4,6-bis-O-(1-methylethylidene)-
EINECS	242-439-7

Quality Control

Our 1,2,4,6-Di-o-Isopropylidene-α-L-Sorbofuranose is produced under a strict quality management system. We provide material that meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	-42° to -47° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.