Description

Methyl α-D-Threo-2-Pentulofuranoside is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and a key chiral building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the production of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive compounds where precise stereochemistry is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral synthon in the research and development of novel nucleoside-based therapeutics and antiviral drugs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for constructing complex sugar derivatives and other stereochemically defined molecules in custom synthesis projects.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Glycochemistry: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of more complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Process Chemistry: Utilized in scaling up synthetic routes for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific furanoside motifs.
• Academic Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly in stereoselective glycosylation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl α-D-Threo-2-Pentulofuranoside
CAS No.	53756-31-3
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl α-D-threo-pent-2-enofuranoside; Methyl 2,3-Dideoxy-α-D-threo-pent-2-enofuranoside; α-D-Threo-Pent-2-enofuranoside, methyl; Methyl α-D-threo-2,3-dideoxypent-2-enofuranoside; 2,3-Dideoxy-α-D-threo-pent-2-enofuranoside methyl; Methyl 2,3-dideoxy-α-D-threo-pent-2-enofuranoside; Methyl α-D-threo-2-pentulofuranoside
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Quality Control

Our Methyl α-D-Threo-2-Pentulofuranoside is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.