Description

2,3-o-(3-Pentylidene)-D-Glyceraldehyde is a specialized chiral building block and protected sugar derivative. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex natural products, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals, enabling precise stereochemical control. It is needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for developing novel active ingredients and chiral ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing chiral pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is essential for bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex molecules in custom synthesis and process development.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Acts as a protected glyceraldehyde derivative for the synthesis of higher sugars, glycomimetics, and glycoconjugates.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Employed in the design and preparation of novel chiral catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and stereoselective synthesis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-o-(3-Pentylidene)-D-Glyceraldehyde
CAS No.	120157-60-0
Molecular Formula	C8H14O3
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Glyceraldehyde, 2,3-O-(3-pentylidene)-; 2,3-O-(3-Pentylidene)-D-glyceraldehyde; (R)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxaldehyde; (4R)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carbaldehyde; D-2,3-O-Pentylideneglyceraldehyde; Protected D-Glyceraldehyde; (R)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carbaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-o-(3-Pentylidene)-D-Glyceraldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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