Description

1,2:5,6-Di-o-Isopropylidene-α-D-Ribo-3-Hexulofuranose is a high-purity, protected sugar derivative widely used as a critical chiral building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a rigid, stereochemically defined scaffold for the construction of complex molecules, particularly nucleosides and carbohydrates. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require reliable access to high-quality intermediates for advanced R&D and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs and antiviral/anticancer agents.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Serves as a protected starting material for the preparation of complex sugars, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of chiral active ingredients for advanced crop protection products.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed as a versatile building block for creating specialty chemicals with specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and medicinal chemistry.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Potential use in synthesizing components for biochemical assays and diagnostic kits.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2:5,6-Di-o-Isopropylidene-α-D-Ribo-3-Hexulofuranose
CAS No.	2847-00-9
Molecular Formula	C12H18O6
Molecular Weight	258.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2:5,6-Di-O-isopropylidene-α-D-ribo-hexofuranos-3-ulose; 1,2:5,6-Di-O-isopropylidene-α-D-ribo-3-hexulofuranose; 3-Keto-1,2:5,6-di-O-isopropylidene-α-D-glucofuranose; Diacetone-3-ketoglucose; Diacetone-3-keto-D-glucose; 3-Ketodi-O-isopropylidene-D-glucose; 1,2:5,6-Di-O-(1-methylethylidene)-α-D-ribo-hexofuranos-3-ulose
EINECS	220-646-2

Quality Control

Our 1,2:5,6-Di-o-Isopropylidene-α-D-Ribo-3-Hexulofuranose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.