Description

7-Deoxy-L-Glycero-D-Gluco-Heptose is a specialized monosaccharide derivative, a key chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a crucial intermediate in the research and development of complex carbohydrates, glycoconjugates, and novel pharmaceutical agents. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery, glycobiology studies, and the synthesis of bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel antibiotics, antiviral agents, and other therapeutic compounds.
• Glycobiology Research: Used as a building block for constructing complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates to study carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of rare sugars, deoxy sugars, and their derivatives for chemical libraries.
• Bioconjugate Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of labeled sugars for diagnostic probes and targeted drug delivery systems.
• Enzyme Substrate Studies: Utilized in biochemical assays to investigate the specificity and mechanism of glycosyltransferases and other carbohydrate-processing enzymes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Applied in the multi-step synthesis of natural products and complex organic molecules requiring specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Deoxy-L-Glycero-D-Gluco-Heptose
CAS No.	53260-06-3
Molecular Formula	C7H14O6
Molecular Weight	194.18 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Deoxy-L-glycero-D-gluco-heptose; 7-Deoxyheptose; L-glycero-D-gluco-Heptose, 7-deoxy-; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-Pentahydroxyheptanal; 7-Deoxy-L-altro-heptose (related stereoisomer); D-gluco-Heptose, 7-deoxy-; Heptose, 7-deoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Deoxy-L-Glycero-D-Gluco-Heptose is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance 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 must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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