Description

2,3-o-Isopropylidene-D-Erythrose is a high-purity, protected sugar derivative and a crucial chiral building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the production of complex pharmaceuticals, nucleosides, and fine chemicals, enabling precise stereochemical control. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and biotechnology sectors for developing active ingredients and novel molecular entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of antiviral and anticancer nucleoside analogs.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Serves as a protected starting material for the preparation of complex sugars, glycosides, and glycomimetics.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the asymmetric synthesis of natural products and other bioactive molecules requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed as a building block for developing chiral active ingredients with enhanced efficacy.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry research for methodology development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-o-Isopropylidene-D-Erythrose
CAS No.	23262-84-2
Molecular Formula	C7H12O4
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Erythrose, 2,3-O-isopropylidene-; (3R,4R)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carbaldehyde; 2,3-O-Isopropylidene-D-erythrose; 2,3-O-Isopropylidene-D-erythrose aldehyde; D-erythro-2,3-Pentodiulose, 4,5-O-(1-methylethylidene)-; 4,5-O-Isopropylidene-D-erythrose
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-o-Isopropylidene-D-Erythrose is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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