Description

L-Lyxopyranose Tetraacetate is a high-purity, acetylated sugar derivative that serves as a critical chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its defined stereochemistry and protected hydroxyl groups make it an invaluable precursor for the synthesis of complex nucleosides, carbohydrate analogs, and other biologically active molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high-quality, reliable intermediates for process development and scale-up.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of novel nucleoside analogs and antiviral/antitumor agents.
• Carbohydrate Chemistry Research: Used as a protected sugar donor or acceptor in glycosylation reactions and oligosaccharide synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex natural products and specialty chemicals.
• Agrochemical Development: Intermediate in the production of advanced, chiral active ingredients with specific biological activity.
• Biochemical Tool Development: Utilized in the preparation of enzyme inhibitors, probes, and labeled compounds for biochemical studies.
• Academic & Process R&D: A standard reagent for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Lyxopyranose Tetraacetate
CAS No.	99880-95-2
Molecular Formula	C14H20O10
Molecular Weight	348.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4-Tetra-O-acetyl-L-lyxopyranose; L-Lyxose tetraacetate; (2S,3S,4S)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxypentanal 1,2,3,4-tetraacetate; Tetra-O-acetyl-L-lyxopyranose; L-(-)-Lyxopyranose tetraacetate; 1,2,3,4-Tetra-O-acetyl-β-L-lyxopyranose; β-L-Lyxopyranose 1,2,3,4-tetraacetate
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Quality Control

Our L-Lyxopyranose Tetraacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, purity, and impurity profile. We support customer audits and can provide material to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	-XX° to -XX° (c=1, CHCl3)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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