Description

Methyl-β-D-Arabino- Pyranoside is a specialized monosaccharide derivative, a methyl glycoside of D-arabinose. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry, valued for its defined stereochemistry and functional group compatibility. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of nucleoside analogs, carbohydrate-based drugs, and complex natural products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or chiral synthon for the synthesis of antiviral and anticancer nucleoside analogs.
• Glycochemistry Research: Used in the study of glycosidase enzymes and the development of glycosidase inhibitors.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Serves as a protected sugar derivative for the construction of oligosaccharides and glycoconjugates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of certain chiral herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Probes: Utilized in the development of labeled sugars for metabolic pathway tracing and diagnostic applications.
• Fine Chemical Production: Building block for flavors, fragrances, and other specialty chemicals requiring specific stereocenters.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-β-D-Arabino- Pyranoside
CAS No.	89615-04-3
Molecular Formula	C6H12O5
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl β-D-arabinopyranoside; Methyl β-D-arabinopyranoside; β-D-Arabinopyranoside, methyl; Methyl β-D-arabinoside; D-Arabinose, methyl β-pyranoside; Methyl β-D-arabinofuranoside (isomer); NSC 406042; Methyl arabinoside
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Quality Control

Our Methyl-β-D-Arabino- Pyranoside is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical purity and identity, meeting the rigorous standards required for research and synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles by HPLC is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	-80° to -90° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.