Description

.Beta.-D-Ribo-2-Heptulopyranose, 2,7-Anhydro-5-o-(Cyclohexylmethyl)-1,4-Dideoxy-3-o-Methyl- CAS NO 123920-94-5 is a specialized, high-purity carbohydrate derivative with a unique anhydro and cyclohexylmethyl-modified structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral intermediate and building block in advanced synthetic organic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development teams working on nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and complex carbohydrate-based therapeutics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral synthon in the research and development of novel nucleoside and nucleotide analogs.
• Antiviral Drug Research: Used as a building block for potential prodrugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting viral polymerases.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: A valuable substrate for studying glycosylation reactions, enzyme inhibition, and the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Employed in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to develop new therapeutic agents with modified sugar moieties.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or probe in enzymatic studies related to carbohydrate metabolism and processing.
• Process Development: Acts as a starting material for scaling up synthetic routes under current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) guidelines for clinical trial material.

Basic Information

Product Name	.Beta.-D-Ribo-2-Heptulopyranose, 2,7-Anhydro-5-o-(Cyclohexylmethyl)-1,4-Dideoxy-3-o-Methyl-
CAS No.	123920-94-5
Molecular Formula	C14H24O5
Molecular Weight	272.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7-Anhydro-5-O-(cyclohexylmethyl)-1,4-dideoxy-3-O-methyl-β-D-ribo-2-heptulopyranose; 5-O-(Cyclohexylmethyl)-1,4-dideoxy-3-O-methyl-2,7-anhydro-β-D-ribo-2-heptulopyranose; β-D-ribo-2-Heptulopyranose, 2,7-anhydro-5-O-(cyclohexylmethyl)-1,4-dideoxy-3-O-methyl-; Cyclohexylmethyl-protected anhydro heptulose derivative; Modified D-ribo-2-heptulopyranose derivative.
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Quality Control

Every batch of this advanced intermediate is produced and analyzed under strict quality systems. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for pharmaceutical research and development. Our quality commitment aligns with ISO 9001 principles, and custom synthesis can be performed under a Quality Agreement to support regulatory filings.

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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and may require desiccant. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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