Description

α-D-Altropyranose is a specific, high-purity monosaccharide stereoisomer, a key building block in carbohydrate chemistry and biochemical research. This compound is essential for synthesizing complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and for use as a chiral precursor or standard in analytical applications. It serves critical roles for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors who require precisely defined sugar molecules for drug development, diagnostic assays, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral building block for the synthesis of novel glycosylated drugs, prodrugs, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard reference compound and substrate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and glycoscience research.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: A fundamental monomer for the chemical and enzymatic construction of oligosaccharides, glycopeptides, and glycolipids.
• Diagnostic Reagent Production: Employed in the development and manufacturing of diagnostic kits and assays that detect specific carbohydrates or related enzymes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, flavors, and advanced materials requiring specific sugar motifs.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Provides a well-defined compound for method development, chromatography calibration, and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-D-Altropyranose
CAS No.	7282-80-6
Molecular Formula	C6H12O6
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	α-D-Altrose; D-Altropyranose; Altrose; (2R,3R,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-Pentahydroxyhexanal (cyclic form); D-(-)-Altrose; α-D-Altro-hexopyranose; 6-Deoxy-L-talose (stereoisomer); D-Altropyranose, α-anomer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-D-Altropyranose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, optical rotation measurement, and identity confirmation (IR, NMR) to ensure it meets exacting research and production standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 desiccation or an inert atmosphere to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
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.