Description

Benzyl-β-L-Arabinopyranoside is a specialized carbohydrate derivative, a glycoside where arabinose is linked to a benzyl protecting group. This compound is of significant value as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in organic and medicinal chemistry. It is primarily required by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for applications such as nucleoside synthesis, glycoconjugate development, and as a precursor for more complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel nucleoside analogs and antiviral/antitumor agents.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in the study of glycosylation reactions and the development of complex carbohydrate structures.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: The benzyl group serves as a protective moiety for hydroxyl functions during multi-step organic syntheses.
• Bioconjugate Development: Acts as a linker or spacer molecule in the creation of targeted drug delivery systems and diagnostic probes.
• Enzyme Substrate Studies: Employed in biochemical research to investigate the activity and inhibition of glycosidases and other carbohydrate-processing enzymes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral starting material for the production of high-value, optically active compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl-β-L-Arabinopyranoside
CAS No.	5329-50-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₅
Molecular Weight	240.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl β-L-Arabinopyranoside; Benzyl α-L-Arabinopyranoside (common misnomer); 1-O-Benzyl-β-L-arabinopyranose; L-Arabinose, benzyl β-glycoside; Benzyl L-arabinopyranoside; Bn-Ara; Benzyl arabinoside
EINECS	226-210-3

Quality Control

Our Benzyl-β-L-Arabinopyranoside is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for enantiomeric excess, and spectroscopic identification (NMR, IR). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP starting material requirements.

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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.