1,4-Anhydro-l-ribitol (CAS No: 51607-76-2) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Tegafur. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: 1-Deoxy-D-ribose, 2-methylol-3,4-dihydroxytetrahydrofuran
CAS No: 51607-76-2
PubChem CID: 952
Mol Formula: C5H10O4
Mol Weight: 134.13 g/mol
Used in API: Tegafur
IUPAC Name: 2-(hydroxymethyl)oxolane-3,4-diol
API Intermediate Description: 1,4-Anhydro-L-ribitol is a cyclic sugar alcohol derivative formed by the intramolecular dehydration between the 1- and 4-hydroxyl groups of L-ribitol. It serves as an intermediate in carbohydrate chemistry and in the synthesis of specialized sugar derivatives. Its cyclic structure provides stability and unique reactivity compared to linear polyols.