Description

α-D-Lyxopyranose(9Ci) is a specific stereoisomer of the monosaccharide lyxose, a rare sugar derivative. This high-purity chemical building block is essential for advanced research and synthesis in carbohydrate chemistry. It serves as a critical chiral intermediate for pharmaceutical development, biochemical research, and the synthesis of complex glycoconjugates and nucleoside analogs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel nucleoside-based drugs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard, substrate, or precursor in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and glycobiology research.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for constructing complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids.
• Chiral Pool Synthesis: Provides a source of chirality for the asymmetric synthesis of more complex organic molecules.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) for method development and quality control of related compounds.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Studies: Fundamental for academic and industrial research into sugar reactivity, protection/deprotection strategies, and isomerization processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-D-Lyxopyranose(9Ci)
CAS No.	608-46-8
Molecular Formula	C5H10O5
Molecular Weight	150.13 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Lyxopyranose; α-D-Lyxopyranose; Lyxose, D-; D-Lyxose; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxypentanal; 608-46-8; α-D-Lyxose; Lyxopyranose
EINECS	210-162-2

Quality Control

Our α-D-Lyxopyranose is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for 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. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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