Description

Pentitol, 3,4-Anhydro-1,2,5-Trideoxy-3-C-Methyl-2-Nitro- (9Ci) is a specialized nitro-sugar derivative and a valuable chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique stereochemistry and functional groups, which enable the construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon for the development of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for complex carbohydrates, labeled compounds, and other specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound for developing new synthetic routes involving nitro sugars and anhydropentitol derivatives.
• Glycochemistry: Useful in the study and synthesis of modified sugars and glycomimetics for biochemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentitol, 3,4-Anhydro-1,2,5-Trideoxy-3-C-Methyl-2-Nitro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	169215-06-9
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO5
Molecular Weight	177.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Anhydro-1,2,5-trideoxy-3-C-methyl-2-nitropentitol; 1,2,5-Trideoxy-3-C-methyl-2-nitro-3,4-anhydropentitol; 3-C-Methyl-2-nitro-3,4-anhydro-1,2,5-trideoxypentitol; 2-Nitro-3-C-methyl-3,4-anhydro-1,2,5-trideoxypentitol; Nitro Anhydropentitol Derivative; Chiral Nitro Sugar Synthon
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Quality Control

Our Pentitol, 3,4-Anhydro-1,2,5-Trideoxy-3-C-Methyl-2-Nitro- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the nitro functional group, it should be handled and stored with appropriate precautions, separate from strong oxidizing or reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.