Description

4-Deoxy-L-Fucose is a specialized deoxy sugar derivative of L-fucose, a key monosaccharide in biological systems. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and reference standard for research into carbohydrate chemistry, glycobiology, and the synthesis of complex biomolecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, academic research institutions, and manufacturers of fine chemicals and diagnostic reagents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: As a key intermediate in the synthesis of novel glycoconjugates, glycomimetics, and potential therapeutic agents targeting carbohydrate-mediated biological processes.
• Glycobiology Studies: Used as a biochemical tool to investigate fucosylation pathways, enzyme (fucosyltransferase) activity, and the role of fucose derivatives in cell signaling and recognition.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR analyses within fine chemical and API production.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile chiral building block for the preparation of complex oligosaccharides, natural product analogs, and labeled compounds for tracer studies.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Potential use in the formulation of substrates or components for enzymatic assays and diagnostic kits related to metabolic disorders.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Deoxy-L-Fucose
CAS No.	1279230-33-9
Molecular Formula	C6H12O4
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Deoxy-L-fucopyranose; 6-Deoxy-4-deoxy-L-galactose; L-4-Deoxyfucose; (2S,3S,4S)-2,3,4-Trihydroxyhexanal; 4-Deoxy-6-deoxy-L-galactose
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Deoxy-L-Fucose is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for your critical research and production needs. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (HPLC), chiral purity, and residual solvent content is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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