Description

α-L-Xylofuranose (9Ci) is a specialized monosaccharide derivative and a key chiral building block in organic synthesis. This high-purity compound is valued for its role in the research and development of novel pharmaceuticals, bioactive molecules, and complex carbohydrates. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on carbohydrate chemistry, nucleoside analogs, and glycobiology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral precursor for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs and antiviral/antitumor drug candidates.
• Glycobiology Research: Used as a standard or starting material in studies of carbohydrate metabolism, enzyme substrates, and glycosylation pathways.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for constructing complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and labeled sugar derivatives.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed in enzymatic assays and as a substrate for studying the specificity of glycosidases and glycosyltransferases.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-L-Xylofuranose (9Ci)
CAS No.	41546-30-9
Molecular Formula	C5H10O5
Molecular Weight	150.13 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Xylofuranose; α-L-Xylofuranose; (3R,4S,5R)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran-2,3,4-triol; 41546-30-9; L-Xylose, cyclic form; Xylofuranose, L-; α-L-Xylose
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-L-Xylofuranose (9Ci) is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant research and development standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
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.