Description

D-Arabino-Hexonic Acid, 2,6-Dideoxy-3-C-Methyl-, δ-Lactone (9Ci) is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and lactone compound, serving as a high-value chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique stereochemistry and functionalized lactone ring make it a critical precursor for the development of novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical industries who require precise, high-purity intermediates for complex synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for antibiotics, antiviral agents, and complex therapeutic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with specific stereochemical activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a critical intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials requiring defined stereocenters.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial research as a standard or probe for studying enzyme mechanisms, carbohydrate metabolism, and glycosylation processes.
• Glycochemistry & Glycobiology: Acts as a valuable starting material for the synthesis of complex carbohydrates, glycomimetics, and carbohydrate-based probes.
• Process Chemistry & Scale-up: Utilized in process development and optimization for the commercial-scale production of stereochemically pure compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Arabino-Hexonic Acid, 2,6-Dideoxy-3-C-Methyl-, δ-Lactone (9Ci)
CAS No.	501951-34-4
Molecular Formula	C7H12O4
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dideoxy-3-C-methyl-D-arabino-hexono-1,4-lactone; 3-C-Methyl-2,6-dideoxy-D-arabino-hexono-1,4-lactone; D-arabino-Hexonic acid, 2,6-dideoxy-3-C-methyl-, δ-lactone; 1,4-Lactone of 2,6-dideoxy-3-C-methyl-D-arabino-hexonic acid; 3-Methyl-2,6-dideoxy-D-arabino-hexono-1,4-lactone; (3R,4S,5R,6R)-3-Methyl-3,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,4,5-triol
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Quality Control

Our D-Arabino-Hexonic Acid, 2,6-Dideoxy-3-C-Methyl-, δ-Lactone (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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). The product is stable under these conditions but should be kept away from strong bases and organic solvents as indicated by its chemical properties. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 1.5%

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