Description

.Alpha.-D-Xylo-Heptofuranose, 5,6,7-Trideoxy-1,2-o-(1-Methylethylidene)-3-o-(Phenylmethyl)- is a sophisticated, high-purity carbohydrate derivative with a protected functional group architecture. This compound matters as a critical chiral intermediate and building block for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules, offering precise stereochemical control. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications in nucleoside chemistry, antiviral drug development, and advanced glycosylation studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel nucleoside analogs and antiviral agents.
• Glycoscience Research: Used as a protected sugar donor or acceptor in studies of glycosylation mechanisms and enzymatic synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for constructing complex natural products and specialty chemicals with specific stereocenters.
• Process Chemistry Development: Employed in route scouting and optimization for the scalable production of carbohydrate-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Bioconjugation: Potential use in the development of carbohydrate-protein conjugates for vaccine and diagnostic applications.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in chemical biology and medicinal chemistry programs to explore new therapeutic modalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	.Alpha.-D-Xylo-Heptofuranose, 5,6,7-Trideoxy-1,2-o-(1-Methylethylidene)-3-o-(Phenylmethyl)-
CAS No.	89755-50-0
Molecular Formula	C17H22O5
Molecular Weight	306.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-O-Isopropylidene-3-O-benzyl-5,6,7-trideoxy-α-D-xylo-heptofuranose; 3-O-Benzyl-1,2-O-isopropylidene-5,6,7-trideoxy-α-D-xylo-heptofuranose; 5,6,7-Trideoxy-1,2-O-(1-methylethylidene)-3-O-(phenylmethyl)-α-D-xylo-heptofuranose; Benzyl 1,2-O-isopropylidene-α-D-xylo-heptofuranoside derivative; Protected D-xylo-heptofuranose derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our .Alpha.-D-Xylo-Heptofuranose derivative is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full characterization data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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