Description

2,5-Anhydrotalitol is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and a key chiral building block in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique anhydro structure, which provides a rigid scaffold for constructing complex molecules with defined stereochemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive compounds. Its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate makes it essential for advanced chemical and medicinal chemistry applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel nucleoside and nucleotide analogs for antiviral and anticancer research.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a chiral scaffold for constructing complex, biologically active molecules and prodrugs.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in studies of carbohydrate metabolism and the synthesis of unnatural sugars and glycomimetics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the development of molecular probes to study enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Process Development: Utilized in scaling up routes to target active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring its specific stereochemical framework.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Anhydrotalitol
CAS No.	54910-69-9
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Anhydro-D-talitol; 2,5-Anhydro-1,3,4,6-tetrahydroxyhexane; D-2,5-Anhydrotalitol; 1,2,5/3,4-Pentahydroxypentane; Talitol, 2,5-anhydro-; (2R,3S,4S,5R)-2,5-Anhydrohexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Anhydrotalitol is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, chiral purity, and residual solvents is provided with every shipment.

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 dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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