Description

Methyl 4,6-o-Benzylidene-Idopyranoside is a specialized carbohydrate derivative, specifically a benzylidene-protected methyl glycoside of idose. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic and medicinal chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel therapeutics, complex oligosaccharides, and sophisticated chemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in the study of glycosylation reactions, enzyme mechanisms, and carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Oligosaccharide Synthesis: Serves as a protected glycosyl donor or acceptor for the stepwise construction of complex carbohydrate chains.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the development of labeled sugars or inhibitors for metabolic pathway studies and diagnostics.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodology development in synthetic organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4,6-o-Benzylidene-Idopyranoside
CAS No.	74560-56-8
Molecular Formula	C14H18O6
Molecular Weight	282.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4,6-O-Benzylidene-α-D-idopyranoside; Methyl 4,6-O-Benzylidene-α-D-ido-hexopyranoside; 4,6-O-Benzylidene-methyl-α-D-idopyranoside; α-D-Idopyranoside, methyl 4,6-O-benzylidene-; Methyl α-D-ido-4,6-O-benzylidene pyranoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4,6-o-Benzylidene-Idopyranoside is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	< 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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