Description

β-L-Rhamnose Tetraacetate is a high-purity, fully acetylated derivative of the deoxy sugar L-rhamnose. This compound serves as a crucial protected intermediate in the synthesis of complex carbohydrates, glycoconjugates, and bioactive natural products. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries who require a reliable building block for oligosaccharide and glycoside synthesis.

Application

• Glycoscience Research: A key protected synthon for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs where rhamnose moieties are required.
• Glycobiology Probes: Serves as a precursor for labeled rhamnose derivatives used in metabolic labeling and imaging studies.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: An important starting material for the preparation of specialty surfactants, flavor precursors, and chiral auxiliaries.
• Standards and Reference Materials: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control in related chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-L-Rhamnose Tetraacetate
CAS No.	27821-11-0
Molecular Formula	C14H20O9
Molecular Weight	332.30 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Rhamnose Tetraacetate; 1,2,3,4-Tetra-O-acetyl-α-L-rhamnopyranose; α-L-Rhamnopyranose 1,2,3,4-tetraacetate; Tetra-O-acetyl-L-rhamnopyranose; 2,3,4-Tri-O-acetyl-α-L-rhamnopyranosyl acetate; (2R,3R,4R,5R,6S)-2-(Acetoxymethyl)-6-methyltetrahydro-2H-pyran-3,4,5-triyl triacetate
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Quality Control

Our β-L-Rhamnose Tetraacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	-70° to -75° (c=1 in CHCl3)
Melting Point	118°C - 122°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.