Description

2,4:3,5-Di-o-Methylene-L-Iditol is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and a protected form of L-Iditol, a sugar alcohol. This compound is a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of complex molecules in pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for ligands, catalysts, and complex carbohydrates used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of carbohydrate metabolism and enzyme inhibition, as well as in the preparation of molecular probes.
• Material Science: Potential use in the development of chiral polymers, resins, and specialty materials with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4:3,5-Di-o-Methylene-L-Iditol
CAS No.	5334-20-3
Molecular Formula	C8H14O6
Molecular Weight	206.19 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Iditol, 2,4:3,5-di-O-methylene-; 1,6-Dideoxy-2,4:3,5-di-O-methylene-L-iditol; Di-O-methylene-L-iditol; 2,4:3,5-Di-O-methylidene-L-iditol; (3aR,4S,6R,6aR)-Hexahydro-2,2-dimethylfuro[3,4-d]-1,3-dioxole-4,6-diol; L-(-)-Diacetoneiditol
EINECS	226-242-5

Quality Control

Our 2,4:3,5-Di-o-Methylene-L-Iditol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area 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. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	-30° to -34° (c=1 in H2O)
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.