Description

5-Deoxy-D-Xylo-Hexose is a specialized monosaccharide derivative, also known as 5-deoxy-D-xylo-hexose, with the CAS number 7640-19-9. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules. It is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, particularly for carbohydrate chemistry and glycobiology studies. Industries requiring high-purity, well-characterized sugar derivatives for advanced synthesis will find this product critical for their innovation pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Glycobiology Research: Serves as a fundamental building block for synthesizing complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics to study biological recognition processes.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Acts as a starting material or intermediate for the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of rare sugars and their derivatives.
• Biochemical Tool Development: Utilized in the preparation of substrates, inhibitors, or probes for studying enzyme mechanisms, particularly glycosidases and glycosyltransferases.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where specific sugar stereochemistry is required.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Provides a high-purity standard for method development, analytical testing, and discovery chemistry in both commercial and institutional laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Deoxy-D-Xylo-Hexose
CAS No.	7640-19-9
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₂O₅
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Deoxy-D-xylo-hexose; 5-Deoxy-D-xylo-hexopyranose; 5-Deoxy-D-glucose; 5-Deoxy-D-hexose; D-5-Deoxyxylohexose; (3R,4S,5S)-3,4,5-Trihydroxyhexanal (open-chain form); 7640-19-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Deoxy-D-Xylo-Hexose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment. We support compliance with relevant guidelines for research-grade chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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