Description

2-O,3-O,6-o-Trimethyl-D-Glucose is a selectively methylated derivative of D-glucose, serving as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its defined stereochemistry and protective group pattern, enabling precise chemical modifications. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and complex carbohydrate analogs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, glycosidase inhibitors, and other bioactive molecules.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in the study of carbohydrate metabolism and the enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for producing specialty surfactants, ligands for catalysis, and advanced materials.
• Agrochemical Development: Intermediate in creating novel, targeted pesticides and herbicides with specific chiral activity.
• Standards & Reference Material: Employed as an analytical standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) for method development and quality control in related chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-O,3-O,6-o-Trimethyl-D-Glucose
CAS No.	4234-44-0
Molecular Formula	C9H18O6
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,6-Tri-O-methyl-D-glucose; D-Glucose, 2,3,6-trimethyl ether; 2,3,6-Trimethyl-D-glucopyranose; Methylated D-glucose; Trimethylglucose; 2,3,6-Tri-O-methyl-D-glucopyranose; α/β-2,3,6-Tri-O-methyl-D-glucopyranose
EINECS	224-194-5

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-O,3-O,6-o-Trimethyl-D-Glucose is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistent performance through comprehensive analytical methods including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	+80° to +85° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.