Description

Benzyl α-D-Erythrofuranoside is a protected carbohydrate derivative, specifically a benzyl glycoside of a tetrose sugar. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in organic and medicinal chemistry. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of complex molecules, nucleoside analogs, and other bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of antiviral, anticancer, and other therapeutic agents.
• Nucleoside & Nucleotide Chemistry: Used in the synthesis of modified nucleosides and their prodrugs.
• Glycochemistry & Glycobiology Research: Acts as a protected sugar donor or precursor for constructing complex oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of certain chiral pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and carbohydrate chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl α-D-Erythrofuranoside
CAS No.	82883-31-6
Molecular Formula	C11H14O4
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl α-D-erythrofuranoside; α-D-Erythrofuranoside, benzyl; Benzyl α-D-threofuranoside (common misnomer); 1-O-Benzyl-α-D-erythrofuranose; Benzyl 2,3-O-isopropylidene-α-D-erythrofuranoside (protected form); Bn-α-D-Erythrof; (2R,3S)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-(benzyloxy)oxolane-3,4-diol (IUPAC-like); Benzyl D-erythro-furanoside
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Quality Control

Our Benzyl α-D-Erythrofuranoside is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing specifications such as assay, enantiomeric purity, and impurity profiles. We can support development and commercial projects requiring compliance with cGMP, ICH guidelines, and other relevant regulatory standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
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.