Description

.Alpha.-D-Arabinopyranoside, Methyl is a specialized carbohydrate derivative, specifically a methyl glycoside of arabinose. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry and glycoscience research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of nucleosides, complex oligosaccharides, and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of novel antiviral and anticancer nucleoside analogs.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used as a protected glycosyl donor or acceptor in the enzymatic and chemical synthesis of complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Chiral Pool Synthesis: Serves as a readily available source of chirality for the asymmetric synthesis of natural products and other high-value compounds.
• Biochemical Tool Development: Employed in the development of enzyme inhibitors, substrates for glycosidases, and probes for studying carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of specialty surfactants, flavors, and fragrances where specific sugar stereochemistry is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	.Alpha.-D-Arabinopyranoside, Methyl
CAS No.	3867-83-2
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl α-D-arabinopyranoside; Methyl α-D-arabinopyranose; α-D-Arabinopyranoside, methyl; α-Methyl D-arabinopyranoside; D-Arabinose, methyl glycoside; Methyl α-D-arabinose; 1-O-Methyl-α-D-arabinopyranose; NSC 403697
EINECS	223-391-7

Quality Control

Our .Alpha.-D-Arabinopyranoside, Methyl is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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