Description

L-Lyxono-1,4-Lactone is a specialized chiral lactone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique stereochemistry, enabling the construction of complex molecules with precise three-dimensional control. It serves as a critical precursor for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and chiral catalysts.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of new therapeutic agents, including nucleoside analogs and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating advanced, stereospecific pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the synthesis of complex natural products, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Catalyst Ligand Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis to induce high enantioselectivity in chemical reactions.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in studies of carbohydrate metabolism and as a probe or standard in analytical chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier for synthesizing specialized polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	L-Lyxono-1,4-Lactone
CAS No.	104196-15-8
Molecular Formula	C5H8O5
Molecular Weight	148.11 g/mol
Synonyms	(2S,4R)-2,4-Dihydroxy-5-oxotetrahydrofuran-2-carboxylic acid; L-Lyxonic acid 1,4-lactone; L-(-)-Lyxono-1,4-lactone; 104196-15-8; L-Lyxono-γ-lactone; Tetrahydro-2,4-dihydroxy-5-oxo-2-furancarboxylic acid, (2S,4R)-; Lyxono-1,4-lactone, L-
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Quality Control

Our L-Lyxono-1,4-Lactone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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). This product 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 structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.