Description

Methyl 4,6-o-Isopropylidene-A-D-Mannopyranoside is a protected derivative of D-mannose, serving as a crucial chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its locked conformation and protected hydroxyl groups make it an invaluable starting material for the stereoselective synthesis of complex carbohydrates, glycoconjugates, and biologically active molecules. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in pharmaceutical development, carbohydrate chemistry, and the production of specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of antiviral, antibacterial, and anticancer drug candidates.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Fundamental building block for constructing complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycomimetics.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Used in the preparation of vaccines, diagnostic agents, and therapeutic proteins that require specific sugar moieties.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a chiral auxiliary or template to induce stereoselectivity in organic reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of specialty surfactants, ligands for catalysis, and advanced materials.
• Biochemical Tool Development: Utilized in creating enzyme inhibitors, receptor probes, and other tools for glycolbiology studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4,6-o-Isopropylidene-A-D-Mannopyranoside
CAS No.	63167-67-9
Molecular Formula	C10H18O6
Molecular Weight	234.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4,6-O-Isopropylidene-α-D-mannopyranoside; Methyl 4,6-O-(1-Methylethylidene)-α-D-mannopyranoside; 1,2:5,6-Di-O-isopropylidene-α-D-mannofuranose derivative; α-D-Mannopyranoside, methyl 4,6-O-(1-methylethylidene)-; Mannose acetonide methyl glycoside; Methyl α-D-mannopyranoside 4,6-acetonide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4,6-o-Isopropylidene-A-D-Mannopyranoside is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and synthesis. Each lot is characterized by NMR, HPLC, and optical rotation analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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 opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]²⁰D	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
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.