Description

1-O,2-O,3-O,4-o-Tetraacetyl-α-D-Lyxopyranose is a key acetylated sugar derivative, specifically a fully acetylated form of the pentose sugar lyxose. This compound is a crucial protected intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry, enabling the controlled synthesis of complex carbohydrates and nucleoside analogs. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel therapeutics, diagnostic agents, and advanced glycochemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a vital building block in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs and antiviral/anticancer drug candidates.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used as a protected lyxose donor for the controlled construction of oligosaccharides and complex carbohydrate structures.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the study of carbohydrate-protein interactions and the development of glycosidase inhibitors.
• Process Chemistry: Acts as a standardized starting material for scaling up the production of specialty fine chemicals and APIs.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in synthetic organic chemistry and carbohydrate chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-O,2-O,3-O,4-o-Tetraacetyl-α-D-Lyxopyranose
CAS No.	4026-34-0
Molecular Formula	C13H18O9
Molecular Weight	318.28 g/mol
Synonyms	α-D-Lyxopyranose, 1,2,3,4-tetraacetate; Tetra-O-acetyl-α-D-lyxopyranose; 1,2,3,4-Tetra-O-acetyl-α-D-lyxopyranose; α-D-Lyxose tetraacetate; Acetylated D-lyxose; 4026-34-0; Lyxopyranose tetraacetate
EINECS	223-694-1

Quality Control

Our 1-O,2-O,3-O,4-o-Tetraacetyl-α-D-Lyxopyranose is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research and process applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients' regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 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%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
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.