Description

L-Glycero-D-Galacto-Heptitol, 2,6-Anhydro-1,3:5,7-Bis-o-(Phenylmethylene)- is a specialized, high-purity carbohydrate derivative belonging to the class of anhydro sugar alcohols. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and advanced intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis sectors for developing novel therapeutics, diagnostics, and bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of nucleoside analogues, glycomimetics, and other bioactive molecules.
• Glycochemistry Research: Building block for constructing complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and carbohydrate-based probes.
• Process Chemistry: Used in the development and scale-up of synthetic routes for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chemical Biology: Intermediate in the preparation of labeled sugars or molecular tools for studying biological recognition and signaling pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a starting material for methodological studies in asymmetric synthesis and carbohydrate chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Glycero-D-Galacto-Heptitol, 2,6-Anhydro-1,3:5,7-Bis-o-(Phenylmethylene)-
CAS No.	71072-12-3
Molecular Formula	C21H22O6
Molecular Weight	370.40 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Anhydro-1,3:5,7-bis-O-(phenylmethylene)-L-glycero-D-galacto-heptitol; 1,3:5,7-Bis-O-benzylidene-2,6-anhydro-L-glycero-D-galacto-heptitol; 2,6-Anhydro-1,3:5,7-di-O-benzylidene-L-glycero-D-galacto-heptitol; Heptitol, L-glycero-D-galacto-, 2,6-anhydro-1,3:5,7-bis-O-(phenylmethylene)-; Benzylidene-protected heptitol derivative; Chiral anhydro sugar alcohol intermediate.
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Quality Control

Our production of this advanced intermediate adheres to strict quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and optical rotation to ensure structural identity, high chiral purity, and chemical consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full analytical data are provided to support your R&D and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%

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