Description

5-Deoxy-D-Ribo-Hexose is a specialized monosaccharide derivative, also known as 5-deoxy-D-ribose, which serves as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, lacking the hydroxyl group at the 5-position, makes it valuable for modifying sugar moieties and creating novel nucleoside analogs. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic reagents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel nucleoside and nucleotide analogs with potential antiviral or anticancer activity.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies to investigate carbohydrate metabolism and glycosylation pathways.
• Glycochemistry & Glycobiology: Serves as a building block for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Employed in the design and production of labeled probes and assay components for diagnostic applications.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile starting material for the preparation of specialty chemicals, ligands for catalysis, and molecular scaffolds.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Deoxy-D-Ribo-Hexose
CAS No.	6829-62-5
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Deoxy-D-ribose; 5-Deoxy-D-ribo-hexose; 5-Deoxy-D-allose; 5-Deoxy-D-glucose; D-5-Deoxyribose; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-Methyltetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,3,4-triol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Deoxy-D-Ribo-Hexose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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