Description

D-Lactal is a high-purity chiral building block and intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry makes it a valuable precursor for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing processes in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical industries where precise molecular control is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral and antibacterial drug development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides for enhanced efficacy and environmental safety.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating polymers with specific tacticity and properties.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Utilized in the formulation of chiral reagents for analytical and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Lactal
CAS No.	65207-55-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Lactal; (3R,4S,5R,6R)-6-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,3,4,5-tetraol; D-Galactal; D-Galactal (stereoisomer); 2H-Pyran, tetrahydro-6-(hydroxymethyl)-, (2R,3R,4R,5R)-; D-(-)-Galactal; 6-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,3,4,5-tetraol, (3R,4S,5R,6R)-
EINECS	265-549-3

Quality Control

Our D-Lactal is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.