Description

Methyl 2-O,3-O,4-o-Tri(Methylsulfonyl)-α-D-Xylopyranoside is a key sulfonated carbohydrate derivative, specifically a fully protected xylose analog, serving as a versatile and reactive synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a controlled scaffold for the selective introduction of functional groups, enabling the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates and modified sugars. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in pharmaceutical development, particularly for creating nucleoside analogs, prodrugs, and carbohydrate-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical building block for the synthesis of novel nucleoside and nucleotide analogs with potential antiviral or anticancer activity.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying glycosylation reactions and constructing complex oligosaccharide libraries.
• Prodrug Development: Serves as a precursor for designing masked drug forms (prodrugs) to improve bioavailability and targeting.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Enables the creation of labeled or tagged carbohydrate molecules for investigating biological recognition and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Potential intermediate in the development of advanced, sugar-based crop protection agents.
• Chiral Pool Synthesis: Provides a source of chirality for the asymmetric synthesis of non-carbohydrate bioactive molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-O,3-O,4-o-Tri(Methylsulfonyl)-α-D-Xylopyranoside
CAS No.	29709-78-2
Molecular Formula	C9H18O11S3
Molecular Weight	398.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,3,4-Tri-O-(methylsulfonyl)-α-D-xylopyranoside; α-D-Xylopyranoside, methyl 2,3,4-tris-O-(methylsulfonyl)-; Methyl α-D-xylopyranoside 2,3,4-tris(methanesulfonate); 2,3,4-Tri-O-methylsulfonyl-methyl-α-D-xylopyranoside; Methyl 2,3,4-tri-O-mesyl-α-D-xylopyranoside; Tris-O-methylsulfonyl methyl xyloside; 29709-78-2; Methyl tri-O-mesyl-α-D-xyloside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 2-O,3-O,4-o-Tri(Methylsulfonyl)-α-D-Xylopyranoside is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure compliance with exacting purity standards for research and pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under anhydrous conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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