Properties
Description
3-Deoxy-1,2-O-(1-methylethylidene)-α-D-ribo-hexofuranose is a protected 3-deoxyglucose derivative with an isopropylidene group, soluble in organic solvents and a useful intermediate in synthesizing modified carbohydrates.
Molecular Formula
C9H16O5
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
3-Deoxy-1,2-O-(1-methylethylidene)-α-D-ribo-hexofuranose is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Applications
3-Deoxy-1,2-O-(1-methylethylidene)-α-D-ribo-hexofuranose is a protected deoxy sugar that can be used to synthesize modified nucleosides.