Description

Methyl 3,4-Di-o-Methyl-β-L-Arabinopyranoside is a specifically modified carbohydrate derivative, a methylated arabinose glycoside, valued for its role as a key chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its precise stereochemistry and protected hydroxyl groups make it an essential precursor for the synthesis of complex nucleosides, antiviral agents, and other biologically active compounds. This high-purity intermediate is critical for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical synthesis, and fine chemical manufacturers requiring reliable, structurally defined starting materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral synthon in the research and production of nucleoside analogs and antiviral drug candidates.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used as a protected sugar donor or acceptor in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates for biological studies.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for creating novel compounds in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology.
• Biochemical Tool Development: Employed in the preparation of enzyme inhibitors, receptor ligands, and molecular probes that target carbohydrate-processing pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Provides a standardized, high-quality material for method development and scale-up processes in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3,4-Di-o-Methyl-β-L-Arabinopyranoside
CAS No.	2296-48-2
Molecular Formula	C9H18O6
Molecular Weight	222.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3,4-Di-O-methyl-β-L-arabinopyranoside; β-L-Arabinopyranoside, methyl 3,4-di-O-methyl-; Methyl 3,4-di-O-methyl-β-L-arabinopyranoside; 3,4-Di-O-methyl-β-L-arabinopyranoside methyl glycoside; L-Arabinose, methyl 3,4-di-O-methyl-β-pyranoside; 2296-48-2; Methyl 3,4-di-O-methyl-β-L-arabinopyranoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3,4-Di-o-Methyl-β-L-Arabinopyranoside is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and synthesis. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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