Description

Methyl 6-o-Acetyl-α-D-Glucopyranoside is a chemically modified monosaccharide derivative, specifically an acetylated methyl glucoside. This compound serves as a crucial protected intermediate and building block in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly in carbohydrate chemistry and glycobiology research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of glycosylated drugs, prodrugs, and complex carbohydrate-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Glycobiology Research: Essential reagent for studying glycosylation processes, enzyme mechanisms (glycosyltransferases/glycosidases), and carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Oligosaccharide Synthesis: Used as a protected glycosyl donor or acceptor in the stepwise chemical and enzymatic synthesis of defined oligosaccharides and glycans.
• Bioconjugation: Serves as a starting material for creating linkers and spacers used in the conjugation of carbohydrates to proteins, lipids, or other biomolecules.
• Standards and Reference Materials: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in carbohydrate analysis (e.g., HPLC, GC-MS).
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of specialty surfactants, chiral auxiliaries, and advanced material precursors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 6-o-Acetyl-α-D-Glucopyranoside
CAS No.	4201-66-5
Molecular Formula	C9H16O7
Molecular Weight	236.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-O-acetyl-α-D-glucopyranoside; α-Methyl 6-O-acetylglucopyranoside; 6-O-Acetyl-α-methyl-D-glucopyranoside; Methyl α-D-glucopyranoside 6-acetate; 1-Methoxy-6-O-acetyl-α-D-glucopyranose; (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-methoxytetrahydro-2H-pyran-3,4,5-triyl triacetate (related); α-D-Glucopyranoside, methyl 6-acetate
EINECS	224-110-5

Quality Control

Our Methyl 6-o-Acetyl-α-D-Glucopyranoside is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results from techniques including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation. Our quality commitment supports applications in GLP and research-grade synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider the use of desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	+150° to +160° (c=1 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.