Description

(2-Methylphenyl)(3-(β-D-Xylopyranosyloxy)Phenyl)Methanone is a specialized glycosylated aromatic ketone compound with the CAS number 83355-11-7. This molecule is significant for its unique structural features, combining a benzophenone core with a xylopyranosyl sugar moiety, which can impart specific solubility and bioactivity profiles. It is primarily of interest to researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical and life science sectors for use as a key intermediate or reference standard in synthetic chemistry and drug discovery programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting glycosylation-dependent biological pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe in enzymatic studies, especially those involving glycosyltransferases or carbohydrate-processing enzymes.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Explored for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to develop new therapeutic agents with improved pharmacokinetic properties.
• Glycoconjugate Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the preparation of more complex glycoconjugates and neoglycoproteins for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental research in organic synthesis and carbohydrate chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Methylphenyl)(3-(β-D-Xylopyranosyloxy)Phenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	83355-11-7
Molecular Formula	C19H20O6
Molecular Weight	344.36 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(β-D-Xylopyranosyloxy)benzophenone, 2'-Methyl Derivative; (2-Methylphenyl)[3-(β-D-Xylopyranosyloxy)phenyl]methanone; 3-(β-D-Xylosidoxy)benzophenone; Benzophenone, 3-(β-D-xylopyranosyloxy)-, 2'-methyl derivative; 3-(β-D-Xylopyranosyloxy)phenylmethanone; Glycosylated Benzophenone Derivative; Research Compound 83355-11-7
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Quality Control

Our production of (2-Methylphenyl)(3-(β-D-Xylopyranosyloxy)Phenyl)Methanone adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for research and development applications. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We can supply material compliant with various pharmacopeial standards (USP, EP) for specific project requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
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.