Description

1,3,4,5-Tetra-o-Acetyl-L-Sorbopyranose is a key acetylated derivative of L-sorbose, serving as a crucial chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a protected sugar scaffold that enables precise stereochemical control in the production of complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical industries for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty carbohydrates, and novel bio-active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A vital precursor in the multi-step synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metabolic pathways.
• Chiral Building Block: Used in asymmetric synthesis to construct complex molecules with defined stereochemistry for agrochemicals and specialty chemicals.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Serves as a protected starting material for synthesizing rare sugars, glycosides, and other modified carbohydrate analogs.
• Nutraceutical Development: Employed in the research and production of advanced sweeteners, vitamin C analogs, and other functional food ingredients.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate for preparing glycopeptides, glycolipids, and other biologically relevant conjugates.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,4,5-Tetra-o-Acetyl-L-Sorbopyranose
CAS No.	109525-53-3
Molecular Formula	C14H20O10
Molecular Weight	348.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,4,5-Tetra-O-acetyl-L-sorbopyranose; L-Sorbose 1,3,4,5-tetraacetate; Tetra-O-acetyl-L-sorbopyranose; (3R,4S,5R)-1,3,4,5-Tetrakis(acetyloxy)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-one; 2,3,4,5-Tetra-O-acetyl-L-sorbose; L-Sorbopyranose tetraacetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3,4,5-Tetra-o-Acetyl-L-Sorbopyranose is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent hydrolysis of the acetyl groups.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
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.