Description

L-Arabinofuranose(9Ci) is a high-purity monosaccharide sugar derivative, specifically the furanose form of L-arabinose. This compound is a valuable chiral building block and biochemical precursor, essential for research and synthesis in advanced life science applications. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel therapeutics, diagnostic agents, and complex carbohydrates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of nucleoside analogues, antiviral drugs, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and carbohydrate chemistry research.
• Glycobiology & Glycochemistry: Acts as a fundamental building block for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and complex glycan structures.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Utilized in formulating reagents and kits for clinical diagnostics and biomedical testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Arabinofuranose(9Ci)
CAS No.	7261-25-8
Molecular Formula	C5H10O5
Molecular Weight	150.13 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Arabinofuranose; (3R,4S,5R)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran-2,3,4-triol; L-(-)-Arabinofuranose; Arabinose, L-, cyclic form; L-Arabinose, furanose form; 9CI; L-Arabinose cyclic acetal
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Quality Control

Our L-Arabinofuranose(9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	-105° to -115° (c=1 in H2O)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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