Description

D-Quinovitol is a specialized chiral building block and intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique stereochemistry makes it a valuable precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals where precise molecular configuration is critical. This high-purity compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create enantiomerically pure target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for antiviral, anticancer, and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides, where specific stereochemistry can enhance efficacy and reduce environmental impact.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for complex natural products, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials requiring defined stereocenters.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and glycoscience research.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Utilized as a ligand or substrate in catalytic reactions to induce chirality in synthetic products.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Quinovitol
CAS No.	71075-63-3
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Quinovitol; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-3,4,5-triol; 6-Deoxy-D-glucitol; D-Quinovose Alcohol; D-Quinovitol (6-deoxy-D-glucitol); D-6-Deoxyglucitol; D-Quinovitol, 6-Deoxy-D-glucitol; D-(-)-Quinovitol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our D-Quinovitol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to meet the stringent requirements of advanced synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, impurity profile, and specific rotation are provided with every shipment.

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 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%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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