Description

Tetra-o-Benzoyl-D-Xylofuranose is a high-purity, protected carbohydrate derivative, specifically a fully benzoylated xylofuranose sugar. This compound is a critical chiral building block and intermediate in organic synthesis, valued for its role in constructing complex molecules with precise stereochemistry. It is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other fine chemicals where the D-xylose scaffold is essential.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of nucleoside and nucleotide analogs for antiviral and anticancer research.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used as a protected sugar donor or precursor in the study and synthesis of complex carbohydrates, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a starting material for labeling reagents and molecular probes that target biological carbohydrate recognition processes.
• Process Development: Employed in route scouting and scale-up chemistry for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) containing modified sugar moieties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and carbohydrate chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetra-o-Benzoyl-D-Xylofuranose
CAS No.	78738-70-2
Molecular Formula	C33H26O9
Molecular Weight	566.56 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,5-Tetra-O-benzoyl-β-D-xylofuranose; D-Xylofuranose, 1,2,3,5-tetrakis-O-(phenylcarbonate); 1,2,3,5-Tetra-O-benzoyl-β-D-xylofuranose; Tetrabenzoyl-D-xylofuranose; Tetra-O-benzoyl-β-D-xylofuranose; β-D-Xylofuranose 1,2,3,5-tetrabenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetra-o-Benzoyl-D-Xylofuranose is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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