Description

3,4-Dihydroxy-2,5-Dimethoxytetrahydrofuran is a versatile furan derivative and a valuable chiral building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the production of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors. Industries that require high-purity synthetic intermediates, such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical synthesis, are the primary users of this material.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and nucleoside analogs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complex natural products, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological development and catalysis studies for constructing oxygen-containing heterocycles.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in developing biodegradable polymers or specialty resins from renewable furan-based feedstocks.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dihydroxy-2,5-Dimethoxytetrahydrofuran
CAS No.	201464-10-0
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethoxy-3,4-dihydroxytetrahydrofuran; (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2,5-Dimethoxytetrahydrofuran-3,4-diol; Tetrahydro-2,5-dimethoxy-3,4-furandiol; 3,4-Dihydroxy-2,5-dimethoxy-tetrahydro-furan; Furan-3,4-diol, tetrahydro-2,5-dimethoxy-; Dihydroxydimethoxytetrahydrofuran
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dihydroxy-2,5-Dimethoxytetrahydrofuran is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment 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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.