Description

Methyl 2,3,4-Triacetate-α-D-Glucopyranoside is a key protected carbohydrate derivative, specifically the methyl glycoside of glucose with acetyl groups at the 2, 3, and 4 positions. This compound is valued as a versatile and stable synthetic intermediate, enabling precise chemical modifications while protecting reactive hydroxyl groups. It is primarily required by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of complex molecules, glycoconjugates, and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of glycosidase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and other bioactive carbohydrate-based drugs.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying glycosylation reactions, enzymatic transformations, and carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for developing novel sugar-based pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty surfactants, chiral ligands, and advanced polymeric materials where a defined sugar scaffold is required.
• Standards & Reference Material: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,3,4-Triacetate-α-D-Glucopyranoside
CAS No.	7432-72-6
Molecular Formula	C13H20O9
Molecular Weight	320.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,3,4-Tri-O-acetyl-α-D-glucopyranoside; α-Methyl-D-glucopyranoside 2,3,4-triacetate; 1-O-Methyl-2,3,4-tri-O-acetyl-α-D-glucopyranose; Methyl α-D-glucopyranoside 2,3,4-triacetate; 2,3,4-Tri-O-acetyl-α-D-glucopyranosyl methyl ether; Methyl tri-O-acetyl-α-D-glucopyranoside; α-D-Glucopyranoside, methyl 2,3,4-triacetate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2,3,4-Triacetate-α-D-Glucopyranoside is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical purity and identity, with testing typically including HPLC for assay, chiral purity verification, and identification by IR and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

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%
Specific Rotation [α]²⁰D	+105° to +115° (c=1 in CHCl₃)
Melting Point	105°C - 110°C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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