Description

6-Deoxy-L-Talose is a specialized monosaccharide derivative of L-talose, characterized by the absence of a hydroxyl group at the C-6 position. This unique structural modification makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis and biochemical research. It is particularly sought after by pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies for applications in carbohydrate chemistry, glycobiology, and the development of novel therapeutics and diagnostic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), nucleoside analogs, and carbohydrate-based drugs.
• Glycobiology Research: Used as a standard, substrate, or building block for studying enzyme mechanisms, metabolic pathways, and glycosylation processes.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of rare sugars, oligosaccharides, and glycoconjugates with specific biological activities.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Employed in the design and production of diagnostic kits and biosensors that target specific carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Utilized in metabolic studies and as a probe to investigate cellular uptake and utilization of modified sugars.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Deoxy-L-Talose
CAS No.	7658-10-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Deoxy-L-talose; L-6-Deoxytalose; (2S,4S,5S)-2,4,5-Trihydroxyhexanal; 6-Deoxy-L-lyxo-hexose; Talomethylose; L-Talomethylose; 6-Deoxy-L-talopyranose; L-(-)-6-Deoxytalose
EINECS	231-618-8

Quality Control

Our 6-Deoxy-L-Talose is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications.

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 handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	Specified range
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.