Description

3-Deoxy-5,6-o-Isopropylidene-D-Arabino-Hexonic Acid, γ-Lactone is a high-purity, advanced chiral building block and synthetic intermediate of significant value in fine chemical synthesis. Its locked lactone and protected diol structure make it a versatile precursor for the preparation of complex carbohydrates, nucleosides, and other bioactive molecules. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Serves as a protected sugar derivative for constructing complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel, chiral active ingredients for crop protection.
• Chemical Biology Research: A valuable tool for probing biological processes and developing enzyme inhibitors or probes.
• Process Development: Employed in scaling up synthetic routes for high-value fine chemicals under GMP or non-GMP conditions.
• Academic Research: A starting material for methodological studies in asymmetric synthesis and organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Deoxy-5,6-o-Isopropylidene-D-Arabino-Hexonic Acid, γ-Lactone
CAS No.	110995-49-8
Molecular Formula	C9H14O5
Molecular Weight	202.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Deoxy-5,6-O-isopropylidene-D-arabino-hexono-1,4-lactone; 3-Deoxy-5,6-O-(1-methylethylidene)-D-arabino-hexonic acid, γ-lactone; D-Arabino-Hexonic acid, 3-deoxy-5,6-O-(1-methylethylidene)-, γ-lactone; 3-Deoxy-5,6-O-isopropylidene-D-arabino-hexonolactone; Isopropylidene-protected D-arabino-hexonolactone derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Deoxy-5,6-o-Isopropylidene-D-Arabino-Hexonic Acid, γ-Lactone is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, supporting your regulatory and process requirements. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available for each lot, confirming compliance with agreed 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 (typically 15-25°C). The product should be kept under inert conditions if long-term storage is required to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.