Methyl exo-2,3:4,6-di-O-benzylidene-α-D-mannopyranoside

Advance your carbohydrate chemistry and synthetic organic research with Methyl exo-2,3:4,6-di-O-benzylidene-α-D-mannopyranoside (CAS No.: 71484-87-2, CAT No.: SRCM-022). This compound is a fully protected methyl mannopyranoside wherein the hydroxyl groups at positions 2,3 and 4,6 are masked by benzylidene groups, enhancing its stability and synthetic utility.

Its molecular formula is C₂₁H₂₂O₆ with a molecular weight of approximately 370.4 g/mol. The compound appears as a white to almost white crystalline solid with a melting point in the range of 183–187 °C. It generally has good solubility in organic solvents such as dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, and methanol. The compound is stable under recommended storage conditions in a cool, dry, and dark environment.

Product Highlights

Technical Features & Benefits

• Benzylidene Protected Sugar: Protects vicinal diols at positions 2,3 and 4,6 for selective chemical modifications.
• Stable Crystalline Compound: Facilitates handling, storage, and synthetic repeatability.
• High Purity: Suitable for research requiring high analytical and synthetic standards.
• Versatile Synthetic Intermediate: Essential in complex carbohydrate synthesis, drug discovery, and materials science.
• Good Solubility: Compatible with a broad range of solvents for flexible synthetic use.

Application Areas

• Organic synthesis of protected carbohydrates and oligosaccharides
• Intermediate in pharmaceutical and natural product synthesis
• Preparation of glycosyl donors and acceptors in glycoscience
• Material science involving carbohydrate-based polymers and conjugates
• Medicinal chemistry exploration of sugar mimetics and bioactive compounds

Safety & Handling

• Use personal protective equipment including gloves, safety goggles, and lab coat
• Avoid inhalation, ingestion, and skin or eye contact
• Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area protected from light and moisture
• Dispose of chemical waste according to applicable regulations

Why Choose SRIRAMCHEM Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.?

• Strict quality control ensuring high purity and batch consistency
• Certified analytical documentation with COA, NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry
• Custom synthesis and scalable supply suitable for diverse research needs
• Responsive technical support and customer service

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