Description

Methyl β-D-Threo-2-Pentulofuranoside CAS NO 53756-32-4 is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and a methyl glycoside of a pentulofuranose sugar. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. It is primarily required by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of nucleoside analogs, complex carbohydrates, and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel nucleoside-based therapeutics and antiviral agents.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used as a starting material or reference standard in the synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in studies exploring carbohydrate-protein interactions and enzymatic mechanisms.
• Process Development: Serves as a critical intermediate in scaling up synthetic routes for target molecules in fine chemical and API manufacturing.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for methodological development in stereoselective synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl β-D-Threo-2-Pentulofuranoside
CAS No.	53756-32-4
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl β-D-threo-pent-2-enofuranoside; Methyl 2,3-Dideoxy-β-D-threo-pent-2-enofuranoside; β-D-Threo-Pent-2-enofuranoside, methyl; Methyl β-D-threo-2-pentulofuranoside; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our Methyl β-D-Threo-2-Pentulofuranoside is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture.

Specification

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