Properties
Description
Methyl 4,6-O-ethylidene-α-D-glucopyranoside is a protected methyl glucoside, soluble in polar organic solvents and an intermediate for further modifications at O2 and O3.
Molecular Formula
C9H16O6
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
Methyl 4,6-O-ethylidene-α-D-glucopyranoside is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Applications
Methyl 4,6-O-ethylidene-α-D-glucopyranoside can be used as a protected methyl glucoside for regioselective modifications at C-2 and C-3.