Description

2,3-o-Isopropylidene-D-Lyxono-1,4-Lactone is a high-purity chiral building block and protected sugar derivative. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in the production of complex nucleoside analogs and other biologically active molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for developing antiviral agents and other therapeutic candidates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of nucleoside-based antiviral and anticancer drugs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complex carbohydrates, modified sugars, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor for labeled compounds and probes used in metabolic pathway studies.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a starting material or auxiliary in stereoselective reactions to construct molecules with defined chirality.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in medicinal chemistry research for the discovery and optimization of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-o-Isopropylidene-D-Lyxono-1,4-Lactone
CAS No.	56543-10-3
Molecular Formula	C8H12O5
Molecular Weight	188.18 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Lyxono-1,4-lactone, 2,3-O-isopropylidene-; 2,3-O-Isopropylidene-D-lyxono-1,4-lactone; 2,3-Di-O-isopropylidene-D-lyxono-1,4-lactone; Isopropylidene-D-lyxono-1,4-lactone; D-Lyxonic acid γ-lactone, 2,3-O-isopropylidene-; (3aR,6S,6aR)-6-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,2-dimethyltetrahydrofuro[3,4-d][1,3]dioxol-4(3aH)-one
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-o-Isopropylidene-D-Lyxono-1,4-Lactone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity and assay determination by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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