Description

D-Glyceraldehyde CAS NO 453-17-8 is a fundamental three-carbon monosaccharide and a key biochemical intermediate. This simple sugar is of paramount importance in carbohydrate chemistry, serving as a crucial chiral building block and reference standard. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors who require high-purity chiral precursors for synthesis, metabolic studies, and analytical applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Reference Standard: Used as a fundamental chiral building block in carbohydrate chemistry and as a reference compound in metabolic pathway studies (e.g., glycolysis).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of more complex sugars, nucleosides, and other biologically active molecules.
• Food & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate in Maillard reaction studies for understanding flavor and color development in processed foods.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Utilized in the formulation of specific diagnostic kits and enzymatic assays.
• Cosmetic Science: Employed in research related to skin glycation and the development of anti-aging products.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A vital tool for synthetic organic chemists exploring stereoselective reactions and asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Glyceraldehyde
CAS No.	453-17-8
Molecular Formula	C3H6O3
Molecular Weight	90.08 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Glycerose; (R)-Glyceraldehyde; (R)-2,3-Dihydroxypropanal; D-(-)-Glyceraldehyde; Glyceraldehyde, D-; 2,3-Dihydroxypropanal; D-Glyceric aldehyde; (R)-(-)-Glyceraldehyde
EINECS	207-217-1

Quality Control

Our D-Glyceraldehyde is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with parameters such as assay (by HPLC), optical rotation, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards required for fine chemical and pharmaceutical-grade intermediates.

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); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	-13° to -15° (c=10 in H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.