Description

Xylose Tetrakis(Trifluoroacetate) is a specialized fluorinated carbohydrate derivative where the hydroxyl groups of xylose are fully protected as trifluoroacetate esters. This compound is a critical high-purity intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry, valued for its role in introducing protected sugar moieties under mild conditions. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, glycosidase inhibitors, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate sugar-based structures.
• Glycochemistry & Glycobiology: Acts as a protected xylose donor for the controlled synthesis of oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and probes for biological studies.
• Process Chemistry & Scale-up: Employed in route development and optimization for the industrial-scale production of fine chemicals and APIs.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for creating specialized polymers with unique surface properties or biodegradability.

Basic Information

Product Name	Xylose Tetrakis(Trifluoroacetate)
CAS No.	38424-94-1
Molecular Formula	C13H8F12O9
Molecular Weight	512.18 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Xylose Tetra(trifluoroacetate); Xylose, tetra(trifluoroacetate); Xylose TFA; Xylose per(trifluoroacetate); 1,2,3,4-Tetra-O-trifluoroacetyl-D-xylopyranose; α/β-D-Xylopyranose 1,2,3,4-tetrakis(trifluoroacetate); D-Xylose tetrakis(2,2,2-trifluoroacetate)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Xylose Tetrakis(Trifluoroacetate) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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