Description

D-Glycero-L-Manno-Heptonic Acid, 2,5-Anhydro-, Methyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and a key chiral building block in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique stereochemistry, which is critical for constructing complex molecular architectures with high enantiomeric purity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel therapeutics, diagnostic agents, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in the study and synthesis of complex carbohydrates, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a precursor for labeled compounds used in metabolic pathway tracing and enzyme inhibition studies.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a starting material or auxiliary in catalytic asymmetric reactions to induce chirality.
• Material Science: Potential use in developing chiral polymers or surface modifiers with specific stereochemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Glycero-L-Manno-Heptonic Acid, 2,5-Anhydro-, Methyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	502685-24-7
Molecular Formula	C8H14O6
Molecular Weight	206.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,5-anhydro-D-glycero-L-manno-heptonate; 2,5-Anhydro-D-glycero-L-manno-heptonic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2,5-anhydroheptonate; Heptonic acid, 2,5-anhydro-D-glycero-L-manno-, methyl ester; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,5-Anhydro-3,4,6,7-tetrahydroxyheptanoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide material with a typical purity of ≥95% (by HPLC), suitable for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. For custom purity grades or specific analytical requirements, please contact our technical team.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions when necessary to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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