Description

α-L-Arabinofuranoside,Methyl5-Thio-,5-Acetate(9Ci) is a specialized thioglycoside derivative, a key synthetic intermediate in advanced carbohydrate and nucleoside chemistry. Its value lies in its role as a versatile building block for the synthesis of modified nucleosides, enzyme inhibitors, and novel glycoconjugates with potential therapeutic applications. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development teams in pharmaceutical discovery, agrochemical science, and academic institutions focusing on glycoscience and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical building block for the synthesis of novel nucleoside analogs and antiviral/anticancer drug candidates.
• Glycobiology Research: Used in the study of glycosidase enzymes and the development of specific enzyme inhibitors.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Serves as a protected thioglycoside donor in complex oligosaccharide and glycoconjugate synthesis.
• Probe & Diagnostic Development: Potential precursor for labeled compounds used in biochemical assays and imaging probes.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of new active ingredients with novel modes of action.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-L-Arabinofuranoside,Methyl5-Thio-,5-Acetate(9Ci)
CAS No.	741681-73-2
Molecular Formula	C8H12O5S
Molecular Weight	220.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-Thio-α-L-arabinofuranoside 5-Acetate; 5-S-Methyl-5-thio-α-L-arabinofuranose 5-acetate; 1,2,3-Tri-O-acetyl-5-thio-α-L-arabinofuranose (deprotected form reference); 5-Thio-α-L-arabinofuranoside methyl 5-acetate; Thioglycoside arabinofuranose derivative; 5-Acetoxy-5-thio-methyl-α-L-arabinofuranoside; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(Acetylthio)-2-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran-3,4-diol methyl ether (systematic); CAS 741681-73-2
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Quality Control

Our α-L-Arabinofuranoside,Methyl5-Thio-,5-Acetate(9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant research and development standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

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 may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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