Description

1,2-Dideoxyribose is a specialized deoxy sugar derivative that serves as a crucial building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a valuable precursor for the development of nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other biologically active compounds. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers focused on creating novel therapeutic molecules and diagnostic tools.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of modified nucleosides and nucleotide analogs for antiviral and anticancer drug discovery.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a building block in the study of carbohydrate chemistry, enzyme mechanisms, and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Probe & Diagnostic Development: Serves as a starting material for creating labeled compounds and molecular probes used in diagnostic assays and imaging.
• Glycochemistry: Fundamental substrate for the synthesis of complex carbohydrates, glycoconjugates, and glycomimetics.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research programs investigating novel synthetic methodologies and the structure-activity relationships of sugar-based compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dideoxyribose
CAS No.	91121-19-6
Molecular Formula	C5H10O3
Molecular Weight	118.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dideoxy-D-ribose; 1,2-Dideoxyribofuranose; 2-Deoxy-1,5-anhydro-D-ribitol; 1,5-Anhydro-2-deoxy-D-ribitol; D-1,2-Dideoxyribose; 1,2-Dideoxy-β-D-ribofuranose; 1,2-Dideoxy-D-erythro-pentose
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dideoxyribose is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and synthesis applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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