Description

Ribose Tetracetate is a high-purity, fully acetylated derivative of the essential pentose sugar, D-ribose. This compound serves as a versatile and protected synthetic intermediate, enabling precise chemical transformations in complex organic synthesis. It is a critical building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, particularly for the development of nucleoside analogs and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of nucleoside-based antiviral and anticancer drugs.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a protected ribose donor in glycosylation reactions and the construction of complex carbohydrate scaffolds.
• Biochemical Research: Used in the study of enzyme mechanisms and the preparation of labeled compounds for metabolic pathway tracing.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific sugar derivatives.
• Agrochemical Development: Building block for novel, sugar-functionalized pesticides and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ribose Tetracetate
CAS No.	30571-54-1
Molecular Formula	C13H18O9
Molecular Weight	318.28 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Ribose Tetraacetate; 1,2,3,5-Tetra-O-acetyl-β-D-ribofuranose; β-D-Ribofuranose 1,2,3,5-tetraacetate; Tetra-O-acetyl-D-ribofuranose; Acetylated Ribose; Ribose 1,2,3,5-tetraacetate; 1,2,3,5-Tetraacetylribofuranose
EINECS	250-242-9

Quality Control

Our Ribose Tetracetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for stereochemical integrity, and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]²⁰D	-19.0° to -21.0° (c=1 in CHCl₃)
Melting Point	82°C - 86°C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.