Description

3-C-Methylerythritol is a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of isoprenoids, a vast class of natural products. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and industrial biotechnology for its role in the non-mevalonate (MEP/DOXP) pathway. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and nutraceutical sectors for the development of novel compounds and metabolic pathway studies.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical intermediate for studying the methylerythritol phosphate (MEP) pathway in plants and microorganisms.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block or precursor in the synthesis of isoprenoid-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators that target isoprenoid biosynthesis.
• Nutraceutical & Cosmetic Ingredients: Potential precursor for the production of vitamins (e.g., Vitamin E, K), carotenoids, and other bioactive isoprenoids.
• Metabolic Engineering: A key compound for optimizing microbial production platforms for high-value isoprenoids like artemisinin or taxol precursors.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in assays to study enzymes of the MEP pathway, aiding in drug discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-C-Methylerythritol
CAS No.	93921-83-6
Molecular Formula	C5H12O4
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-C-Methyl-D-erythritol; (2R,3S)-1,2,3,4-Butanetetrol, 3-C-methyl-; 3-Methylerythritol; 3-C-ME; 3-C-Methylerythritol (MEP pathway intermediate); 3-O-Methylerythritol; 3-C-Methyl-D-threitol (stereoisomer reference)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-C-Methylerythritol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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