Description

.Alpha.-D-Glucofuranoside, Ethyl is a specialized carbohydrate derivative and ethyl glycoside of D-glucose. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on carbohydrate chemistry, glycoscience, and the development of novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, prodrugs, and other glycosylated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Used as a protected glycosyl donor or acceptor in the study of glycosylation reactions and enzymatic transformations.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Building block for creating complex oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids for biological studies.
• Chiral Pool Synthesis: Source of chirality for the asymmetric synthesis of natural products and fine chemicals.
• Biochemical Tool: Potential substrate for enzymatic studies of glycosidases and glycosyltransferases.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the development of specialty surfactants or biodegradable polymers derived from sugars.

Basic Information

Product Name	.Alpha.-D-Glucofuranoside, Ethyl
CAS No.	66101-91-5
Molecular Formula	C8H16O6
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl α-D-Glucofuranoside; α-Ethyl D-Glucofuranoside; Ethyl α-D-Glucoside (furanose form); 1-Ethoxy-α-D-glucofuranose; α-D-Glucofuranose, ethyl glycoside; Ethyl α-D-Glucopyranoside (common misnomer for furanoside); Ethyl α-D-Glucoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our .Alpha.-D-Glucofuranoside, Ethyl is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive 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 synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

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

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