Description

4-o-Methyl-5-C-Methyl-6-Deoxy-α-L-Lyxo-Hexopyranose is a specialized methylated deoxy sugar derivative, a key building block in synthetic organic and carbohydrate chemistry. Its unique stereochemistry and functionalization make it a valuable chiral intermediate for the synthesis of complex natural products, pharmaceuticals, and bioactive molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high-purity, structurally defined intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antibiotic and antiviral research.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used as a building block for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics to study biological recognition processes.
• Natural Product Synthesis: A key starting material in the total synthesis of natural products containing modified sugar moieties.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of new generation herbicides or plant growth regulators with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Utilized to create labeled or modified sugar analogs for metabolic pathway studies and enzymatic assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific carbohydrate-derived chirality.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-o-Methyl-5-C-Methyl-6-Deoxy-α-L-Lyxo-Hexopyranose
CAS No.	470-31-5
Molecular Formula	C8H16O5
Molecular Weight	192.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-O-Methyl-5-C-methyl-6-deoxy-α-L-lyxo-hexopyranose; 6-Deoxy-4-O-methyl-5-C-methyl-α-L-lyxo-hexopyranose; Methyl 6-deoxy-4-O-methyl-5-C-methyl-α-L-lyxo-hexopyranoside (related); 4-O-Methyl-5-C-methyl-6-deoxy-L-lyxo-hexose; 470-31-5; α-L-Lyxo-hexopyranose, 4-O-methyl-5-C-methyl-6-deoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-o-Methyl-5-C-Methyl-6-Deoxy-α-L-Lyxo-Hexopyranose is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and spectroscopic identification (NMR, IR, MS) to ensure structural integrity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and handling properties. For long-term storage, consider the use of desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific 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.