Description

Benzyl α-D-Glucopyranosiduronic Acid is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and a key intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its role as a protected glucuronic acid building block, enabling precise glycosylation and conjugation reactions. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for the development of novel therapeutics, prodrugs, and biochemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of glucuronide prodrugs, targeted drug delivery systems, and metabolite standards.
• Biochemical Research: Used in enzymatic studies, glycosidase inhibition assays, and the investigation of glucuronidation pathways.
• Glycochemistry & Glycobiology: Serves as a protected precursor for the controlled synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialty chemicals, chiral auxiliaries, and advanced materials requiring specific sugar motifs.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl α-D-Glucopyranosiduronic Acid
CAS No.	5285-02-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₆O₇
Molecular Weight	284.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl α-D-Glucopyranosiduronic Acid; Benzyl α-D-Glucuronide; α-D-Glucopyranosiduronic Acid, Benzyl Ester; Benzyl α-D-Glucopyranuronoside; Glucuronic Acid Benzyl Ester (α-D-); 5285-02-9; Benzyl 1-O-α-D-Glucopyranuronate
EINECS	226-108-7

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzyl α-D-Glucopyranosiduronic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure product integrity and traceability. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, supporting compliance with research and cGMP-grade 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 desiccant or inert atmosphere conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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