Description

Methyl 2-o-Benzyl-4,6-o-Benzylidene-α-D-Mannopyranoside is a protected carbohydrate derivative, specifically a mannopyranoside, that serves as a critical chiral building block in synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate for the construction of complex oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and biologically active molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries engaged in carbohydrate synthesis and glycoscience.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of complex carbohydrate-based drugs, antiviral agents, and vaccine adjuvants.
• Glycochemistry Research: Fundamental building block for academic and industrial research into glycosylation reactions, enzyme inhibitors, and carbohydrate-protein interactions.
• Oligosaccharide Synthesis: Used in the stepwise construction of defined mannose-containing oligosaccharides for diagnostic tools and biological probes.
• Glycoconjugate Development: Intermediate in creating glycopeptides, glycolipids, and other conjugates for drug delivery and targeted therapies.
• Chiral Pool Synthesis: Serves as a source of chiral complexity for the asymmetric synthesis of non-carbohydrate natural products and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop labeled or modified sugar analogs for studying metabolic pathways and cellular processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-o-Benzyl-4,6-o-Benzylidene-α-D-Mannopyranoside
CAS No.	78185-83-8
Molecular Formula	C21H24O6
Molecular Weight	372.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-O-benzyl-4,6-O-benzylidene-α-D-mannopyranoside; Methyl 2-O-Benzyl-4,6-O-(phenylmethylene)-α-D-mannopyranoside; α-D-Mannopyranoside, methyl 2-O-benzyl-4,6-O-(phenylmethylene)-; 2-O-Benzyl-4,6-O-benzylidene-α-D-methylmannopyranoside; Mannose derivative, protected; Benzylidene-protected methyl mannoside
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-o-Benzyl-4,6-o-Benzylidene-α-D-Mannopyranoside is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and optical rotation measurement to ensure identity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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