Description

Phenylmethyl 4-Cyano-4-Deoxy-β-D-Arabinopyranoside is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and a key synthetic intermediate in organic and medicinal chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring a cyano group and a benzyl-protected sugar moiety, makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs and other bioactive compounds. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors developing novel therapeutics, including antiviral and anticancer agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel nucleoside and nucleotide analogs for drug discovery programs.
• Antiviral Drug Research: Used as a building block for developing potential antiviral agents targeting viral polymerases.
• Anticancer Agent Development: Serves as a key starting material in the research of chemotherapeutic compounds that interfere with DNA/RNA synthesis.
• Glycochemistry & Glycobiology: Employed in the study and synthesis of modified sugars and glycosides for probing biological processes.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create labeled or modified sugar molecules for studying enzyme mechanisms and cellular pathways.
• Process Chemistry & Scale-up: Sourced for process development and optimization in the commercial-scale manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Phenylmethyl 4-Cyano-4-Deoxy-β-D-Arabinopyranoside
CAS No.	1084896-41-2
Molecular Formula	C13H15NO4
Molecular Weight	249.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 4-Cyano-4-deoxy-β-D-arabinopyranoside; 4-Cyano-4-deoxy-β-D-arabinopyranoside Benzyl Ester; 4-Deoxy-4-cyano-β-D-arabinopyranoside Benzyl Ether; Benzyl 4-Deoxy-4-cyano-β-D-arabinopyranoside; 4-Cyano-4-deoxy-β-D-arabinose Benzyl Glycoside; BN-4CN-Ara; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-[(phenylmethoxy)methyl]oxolane-3,4-diol 4-carbonitrile
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Quality Control

Every batch of Phenylmethyl 4-Cyano-4-Deoxy-β-D-Arabinopyranoside is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and pre-clinical development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles by HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry is provided with each shipment.

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) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Assay	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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