Description

1,2-o-Isopropylidene-A-L-Xylofuranose is a high-purity, protected sugar derivative, specifically a xylofuranose acetonide, serving as a crucial chiral building block in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the xylose moiety into complex molecules, enabling the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, carbohydrate-based pharmaceuticals, and other bioactive compounds. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for advanced R&D and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of antiviral and anticancer nucleoside analogs.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Used as a protected starting material for the preparation of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Glycomimetics Development: Serves as a scaffold for creating sugar mimetics with potential therapeutic applications.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Biochemical Tool Development: Utilized in the design of enzyme inhibitors and probes for glycoscience research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-o-Isopropylidene-A-L-Xylofuranose
CAS No.	114861-22-2
Molecular Formula	C8H14O5
Molecular Weight	190.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-O-Isopropylidene-α-L-xylofuranose; 1,2-O-(1-Methylethylidene)-α-L-xylofuranose; α-L-Xylofuranose, 1,2-O-isopropylidene-; L-Xylose 1,2-acetonide; (3aR,5R,6S,6aR)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,2-dimethyltetrahydrofuro[2,3-d][1,3]dioxol-6-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-o-Isopropylidene-A-L-Xylofuranose is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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