Description

6-Chloro-6-Deoxyglucose is a halogenated sugar derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate and biochemical probe. This compound matters for its role in modifying carbohydrate structures and studying glucose metabolism pathways. It is needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for developing novel therapeutics and diagnostic tools.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel glycosidase inhibitors and antiviral agents.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a probe to study glucose transport mechanisms and metabolic pathways in cellular systems.
• Glycochemistry: Serves as a key building block for the preparation of modified oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Radiopharmaceutical Precursor: A potential precursor for the development of radiolabeled tracers used in Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging.
• Enzyme Substrate Analog: Utilized to investigate the specificity and mechanism of carbohydrate-processing enzymes.
• Material Science: Employed in the surface functionalization of biomaterials to alter their biological interaction properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-6-Deoxyglucose
CAS No.	40656-44-8
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₁ClO₅
Molecular Weight	198.60 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-6-deoxy-D-glucose; 6-Chloro-1,2,3,4,5-pentahydroxyhexane; 6-Chlorohexose; Chlorodeoxyglucose; 6-Cl-6-dGlc; 6-Chloro-6-desoxyglucose
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Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-6-Deoxyglucose is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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