Description

4-o-Benzyl-L-Rhamnal is a protected carbohydrate derivative and a key chiral intermediate in organic synthesis. This compound is of significant value for its role in the stereoselective construction of complex glycosidic linkages and natural products. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the development of novel therapeutics and bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of complex glycosides, antibiotics, and antiviral agents.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying glycosylation reactions and carbohydrate-based drug discovery.
• Oligosaccharide Synthesis: Serves as a glycosyl donor precursor for the controlled assembly of specific oligosaccharide sequences.
• Chiral Pool Synthesis: Provides a versatile chiral template for the asymmetric synthesis of non-carbohydrate natural products.
• Process Chemistry: Employed in the scale-up and optimization of synthetic routes for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Bioconjugate Development: Potential use in creating carbohydrate-protein conjugates for vaccine and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-o-Benzyl-L-Rhamnal
CAS No.	117249-16-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₆O₄
Molecular Weight	236.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-O-Benzyl-L-rhamnal; (2R,3R,4R,5R)-4-(Benzyloxy)-2,5-dihydro-2-methyl-5-(1E)-1-propen-1-yl-3-furanol; 4-O-Benzyl-2,6-dideoxy-L-lyxo-hex-5-enose; L-Rhamnal, 4-O-benzyl-; Benzyl 4-deoxy-α-L-threo-hex-4-enopyranoside
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Quality Control

Our 4-o-Benzyl-L-Rhamnal is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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