Description

Methyl-2,3-Di-o-Benzoyl-4,6-o-Benzylidene-α-D-Glucopyranoside is a key protected carbohydrate intermediate, specifically a methyl glycoside derivative with multiple benzoyl and benzylidene protecting groups. This compound is essential for synthetic chemists as it provides a stable, reactive scaffold for the selective manipulation of sugar hydroxyl groups in complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized in advanced pharmaceutical research and development, particularly in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, complex oligosaccharides, and other bioactive molecules where precise stereochemistry is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the multi-step synthesis of novel antiviral and anticancer nucleoside drugs.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used as a starting material or protected intermediate for the preparation of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a precursor for labeled sugar analogs used in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Process Development: Employed in route scouting and scale-up studies for the production of carbohydrate-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodology development in organic synthesis, particularly in glycosylation and protecting group chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-2,3-Di-o-Benzoyl-4,6-o-Benzylidene-α-D-Glucopyranoside
CAS No.	6748-91-0
Molecular Formula	C28H26O8
Molecular Weight	490.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,3-Di-O-benzoyl-4,6-O-benzylidene-α-D-glucopyranoside; Methyl 4,6-O-Benzylidene-2,3-di-O-benzoyl-α-D-glucopyranoside; α-Methyl Glucoside 2,3-Dibenzoate 4,6-Benzylidene Acetal; 1-O-Methyl-2,3-di-O-benzoyl-4,6-O-(phenylmethylene)-α-D-glucopyranose; CAS 6748-91-0
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Quality Control

Our Methyl-2,3-Di-o-Benzoyl-4,6-o-Benzylidene-α-D-Glucopyranoside is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and spectroscopic data is provided with each 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). Keep the container sealed to protect this light-sensitive compound from moisture and atmospheric contaminants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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