2,6-anhydro-5-deoxy-D-arabino-hex-5-enitol triacetate (CAS No: 4098-06-0) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Acyclovir. 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: Tri-O-acetyl-D-galactal, D-Galactal Triacetate
CAS No: 4098-06-0
PubChem CID: 640125
Mol Formula: C12H16O7
Mol Weight: 272.25 g/mol
Used in API: Acyclovir
IUPAC Name: [(2R,3R,4R)-3,4-diacetyloxy-3,4-dihydro-2H-pyran-2-yl]methyl acetate
API Intermediate Description: 2,6-Anhydro-5-deoxy-D-arabino-hex-5-enitol triacetate is a protected sugar derivative where the hydroxyl groups are acetylated and a 2,6-anhydro ring structure is present. It is commonly used as a carbohydrate intermediate in organic synthesis, enabling selective functionalization for the preparation of complex sugars or glycosylated pharmaceuticals. The triacetate protection allows reactions at other positions while preventing undesired side reactions.
