Description

.Beta.-D-Altropyranoside, Methyl is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and methyl glycoside of the rare sugar D-altrose. This compound serves as a crucial high-purity building block and chiral intermediate for advanced organic synthesis and biochemical research. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, biotechnology companies, and fine chemical manufacturers developing novel therapeutics, diagnostic agents, and complex glycoconjugates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel glycosidase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and complex carbohydrate-based drugs.
• Glycobiology Research: Used as a standard, substrate, or precursor in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and the investigation of carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Serves as a protected glycosyl donor or acceptor in the stereoselective synthesis of oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing specialty surfactants, chiral ligands for catalysis, and advanced materials with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Potential component in the design of diagnostic assays and probes targeting specific carbohydrate-binding proteins or enzymes.

Basic Information

Product Name	.Beta.-D-Altropyranoside, Methyl
CAS No.	51224-38-5
Molecular Formula	C7H14O6
Molecular Weight	194.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl β-D-altropyranoside; Methyl β-D-altroside; β-D-Altropyranosyl methyl ether; Methyl β-D-altrosiduronic acid (parent form); Altrose methyl glycoside; 6-Deoxy-L-galactose methyl glycoside (stereoisomer reference); Methyl altrosid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our .Beta.-D-Altropyranoside, Methyl is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for stereochemical integrity, and identity confirmation by IR and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and results is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

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