Description

6-Deoxy-D-Gulose is a specialized monosaccharide derivative, a deoxygenated form of the rare sugar D-gulose. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly for the development of complex carbohydrates, nucleosides, and glycoconjugates. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors who require high-purity, structurally defined sugar intermediates for drug discovery, biochemical research, and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor for the synthesis of novel nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and carbohydrate-based therapeutics.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used as a building block for constructing complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycomimetics to study biological recognition processes.
• Biochemical Tool Development: Employed in the preparation of enzyme substrates, inhibitors, and probes for glycosidase and glycosyltransferase studies.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Standards and Reference Materials: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in carbohydrate analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Deoxy-D-Gulose
CAS No.	5158-61-2
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Deoxy-D-gulose; D-6-Deoxy-gulose; (3R,4S,5S,6R)-6-Methyltetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,3,4,5-tetrol; 6-Deoxy-D-altrose; 6-Deoxy-D-talose (stereoisomer); 6-Deoxyhexose; D-6-Deoxygalactose (related isomer); 6-dGul
EINECS	225-907-5

Quality Control

Our 6-Deoxy-D-Gulose is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, optical rotation for stereochemical integrity, and residual solvent analysis. We provide full traceability and a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring compliance with research and development grade specifications. Custom purity grades, including GMP standards for pharmaceutical applications, are available upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider desiccant or an inert atmosphere to maintain stability and prevent clumping or decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]²⁰D	+15° to +25° (c=1 in H₂O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.