Description

Ribo-Hexitol, 3-Deoxy-, Pentaacetate is a high-purity, acetylated derivative of a deoxy sugar alcohol. This compound serves as a crucial advanced synthetic intermediate and a key building block in the research and development of complex bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical synthesis specialists working on nucleoside analogs, carbohydrate-based therapeutics, and specialized diagnostics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel nucleoside analogs and antiviral/anticancer drug candidates.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Used as a protected synthon for constructing complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates for biological studies.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Serves as a starting material for labeled compounds used in metabolic pathway tracing and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals requiring specific chiral centers and functional group manipulation.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for research institutions and companies exploring new chemical entities in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ribo-Hexitol, 3-Deoxy-, Pentaacetate
CAS No.	134176-58-2
Molecular Formula	C16H24O10
Molecular Weight	376.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,4,5,6-Penta-O-acetyl-3-deoxy-D-ribo-hexitol; 3-Deoxy-D-ribo-hexitol Pentaacetate; D-ribo-Hexitol, 3-deoxy-, pentaacetate; 3-Deoxy-1,2,4,5,6-penta-O-acetyl-ribo-hexitol; Pentaacetyl-3-deoxyribohexitol; 3-Deoxyribohexitol pentaacetate; (2R,4R,5S)-1,2,4,5,6-Pentakis(acetyloxy)hexan-3-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ribo-Hexitol, 3-Deoxy-, Pentaacetate is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets exacting R&D and process chemistry standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and specification compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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