Description

Methyl-β-D-Xylopyranoside CAS NO 612-05-5 is a specific methyl glycoside derivative of D-xylose, serving as a crucial building block and reference standard in carbohydrate chemistry. Its defined stereochemistry and purity make it an essential reagent for research and synthesis where precise molecular structure is required. This compound is primarily utilized by researchers in pharmaceutical development, biotechnology, and academic institutions focusing on glycoscience, glycobiology, and the synthesis of complex carbohydrates.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a standard and precursor in studies of carbohydrate-protein interactions, enzyme mechanisms (glycosidases, glycosyltransferases), and metabolic pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral starting material or a protected synthon for the synthesis of novel glycoside-based drugs, prodrugs, and diagnostic agents.
• Biochemical Tool: Employed in enzymatic assays and as a substrate or inhibitor to study the specificity and activity of various glycoside hydrolases.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for the preparation of more complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and molecular probes due to its anomeric methyl group.
• Analytical Standard: Provides a high-purity reference material for analytical methods such as HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR for the identification and quantification of xylose derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-β-D-Xylopyranoside
CAS No.	612-05-5
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl β-D-xylopyranoside; Methyl β-D-xyloside; β-Methyl D-xylopyranoside; β-Methylxyloside; Methyl-D-xyloside; 1-O-Methyl-β-D-xylopyranose; 612-05-5; NSC 401458
EINECS	210-284-6

Quality Control

Our Methyl-β-D-Xylopyranoside is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification (IR, NMR), purity assay (HPLC), and specific tests for related substances and residual solvents. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results and confirming compliance with specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your research and development needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	-70° to -78° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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