Description

3-C-Methyl-2,6-Dideoxy-L-Xylo-Hexose is a specialized deoxy sugar derivative, a key chiral building block in synthetic organic chemistry. Its unique stereochemistry and functional groups make it a valuable intermediate for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is essential for chemists and researchers in the life sciences sector focusing on carbohydrate chemistry, antibiotic synthesis, and novel therapeutic agent development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex antibiotics, antiviral agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying glycosylation reactions, sugar metabolism, and enzyme mechanisms.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel glycopeptides, glycolipids, and other biologically relevant conjugates.
• Standards and Reference Material: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in related chemical processes.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes to study biological recognition and signaling pathways involving carbohydrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-C-Methyl-2,6-Dideoxy-L-Xylo-Hexose
CAS No.	41942-90-9
Molecular Formula	C7H14O4
Molecular Weight	162.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-C-Methyl-2,6-dideoxy-L-xylo-hexose; 2,6-Dideoxy-3-C-methyl-L-xylo-hexose; L-Acosamine; 3-Methyl-2,6-dideoxy-L-xylo-hexose; Methyl dideoxy hexose; L-3-C-Methyl-2,6-dideoxyxylo-hexose; (2S,4S,5S)-4-Methyl-5-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,4-diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-C-Methyl-2,6-Dideoxy-L-Xylo-Hexose is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and chiral integrity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications.

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 to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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