Description

2-o-Methyl-L-Lyxopyranose is a specialized methylated sugar derivative, a key chiral building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a crucial intermediate in the research and development of complex carbohydrates, nucleosides, and other biologically active molecules. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, biotechnology companies, and academic institutions focused on glycoscience, antiviral drug discovery, and carbohydrate chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel nucleoside analogs and antiviral agents.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Used as a protected sugar derivative for studying glycosylation reactions and synthesizing complex oligosaccharides.
• Glycobiology Studies: Acts as a precursor for labeled sugars or probes used to investigate carbohydrate-protein interactions and metabolic pathways.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile building block for creating libraries of compounds in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery programs.
• Bioconjugate Development: Utilized in the preparation of carbohydrate-based conjugates for vaccine development and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-o-Methyl-L-Lyxopyranose
CAS No.	27963-88-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-O-Methyl-L-lyxose; L-Lyxose, 2-O-methyl-; 2-O-Methyl-L-lyxopyranose; Methyl 2-O-methyl-L-lyxopyranoside (related); 2-Methoxy-L-lyxose; (2R,3S,4R)-2-Methoxytetrahydro-2H-pyran-3,4-diol; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-o-Methyl-L-Lyxopyranose is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for research and development applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation and purity assessment by HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a 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 powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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