Description

2,4-Dideoxyhexopyranose is a specialized deoxy sugar derivative, serving as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, lacking hydroxyl groups at the 2 and 4 positions, makes it valuable for modifying sugar-based molecules and creating novel compounds with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly nucleoside analogs and carbohydrate-based drugs.
• Glycochemistry Research: Fundamental building block for synthesizing modified oligosaccharides, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics to study biological recognition processes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of advanced, targeted pesticides and herbicides that utilize sugar motifs for enhanced selectivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Serves as a precursor for labeled sugars or inhibitors used in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier for creating bio-based polymers with unique degradation or interaction profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dideoxyhexopyranose
CAS No.	89401-22-9
Molecular Formula	C6H10O4
Molecular Weight	146.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dideoxy-D-*arabino*-hexopyranose; 2,4-Dideoxyhexose; 2,4-Dideoxy-D-hexopyranose; D-*arabino*-2,4-Dideoxyhexopyranose; 2,4-Dideoxy-D-*lyxo*-hexopyranose (stereoisomer); 2,4-Dideoxyaldohexose; 2,4-Dideoxyhexopyranoside (general form)
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dideoxyhexopyranose is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification and impurity profiling, to meet the exacting standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and purity is provided with every shipment.

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 is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of water vapor, which can affect stability and performance. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.