Properties
Description
Benzyl α-D-mannopyranoside is a mannose derivative with a benzyl group at the anomeric position, soluble in polar organic solvents and a useful intermediate in oligosaccharide synthesis.
Molecular Formula
C13H18O6
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
Benzyl α-D-mannopyranoside is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Applications
Benzyl α-D-mannopyranoside is a protected mannose derivative used as a starting material for synthesizing mannose-containing oligosaccharides.