Description

3-Deoxy-3-Fluoro-D-Glucitol is a fluorinated sugar alcohol derivative, a key intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry and pharmaceutical research. Its value lies in its role as a versatile building block for the development of novel fluorinated compounds, which are critical in medicinal chemistry for modulating biological activity and metabolic stability. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science industries, particularly those focused on carbohydrate chemistry, prodrug development, and the synthesis of enzyme inhibitors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated nucleosides, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a building block to introduce fluorine atoms into carbohydrate scaffolds for drug discovery and development.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Serves as a starting material for creating labeled analogs and probes to study enzyme mechanisms and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: An intermediate in the production of advanced, fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced properties.
• Glycobiology Studies: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated sugar analogs to investigate carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Process Chemistry & Scale-up: Supplied for pilot plant and commercial-scale manufacturing of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Deoxy-3-Fluoro-D-Glucitol
CAS No.	34339-82-7
Molecular Formula	C6H13FO5
Molecular Weight	184.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Deoxy-3-fluoro-D-glucitol; 1-Deoxy-1-fluoro-D-glucitol; 3-Fluoro-3-deoxy-D-glucitol; D-Glucitol, 3-deoxy-3-fluoro-; 3-Fluorosorbitol; 1-Fluorosorbitol; (2R,3R,4R,5S)-6-Fluorohexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Deoxy-3-Fluoro-D-Glucitol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and specific optical rotation measurement, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended long-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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