Description

(3,4,5-Trihydroxy-6-Methyl-Oxan-2-Yl) Acetate is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and acetylated sugar molecule. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for research and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and nucleoside analogs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is crucial for bioactivity.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies and carbohydrate metabolism research.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed as a building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the creation of biodegradable polymers and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3,4,5-Trihydroxy-6-Methyl-Oxan-2-Yl) Acetate
CAS No.	6340-53-0
Molecular Formula	C8H14O6
Molecular Weight	206.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,3,4-Tri-O-acetyl-α-D-glucopyranoside; 1,2,3,4-Tetra-O-acetyl-6-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranose; 6-Deoxy-1,2,3,4-tetra-O-acetyl-α-D-glucopyranose; Acetylated methyl glucoside derivative; Tetraacetyl methyl glucoside; (2R,3R,4S,5R,6S)-2-(Acetyloxymethyl)-6-methyloxane-3,4,5-triyl triacetate; α-D-Glucopyranoside, methyl, 2,3,4-triacetate
EINECS	228-729-7

Quality Control

Our (3,4,5-Trihydroxy-6-Methyl-Oxan-2-Yl) Acetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

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

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