Molekula
alpha-D-Glucose pentaacetate
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Alpha-D-Glucose pentaacetate is a protected derivative of glucose used in organic synthesis, particularly in carbohydrate chemistry and the preparation of glycosides. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder, stable at ambient temperatures. CAS: 604-68-2, Molecular formula: C16H22O11, Molecular weight: 390.34 g/mol. Molekula supplies alpha-D-Glucose pentaacetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — $73.60 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Melting Point | 111°C to 114°C |
| Heavy metals | ≤20ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | ≥99% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Specific optical rotation | +100° to +103° |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤3ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 150 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 30852524 |
| CAS Number | 604-68-2 |
| IUPAC Name | [(2R,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5,6-tetraacetyloxyoxan-2-yl]methyl acetate |
| EC Number | 210-073-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H22O11 |
| Molecular Weight | 390.34 |
| Exact Mass | 390.1162 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)OC[C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O1)OC(=O)C)OC(=O)C)OC(=O)C)OC(=O)C |
| InChIKey | LPTITAGPBXDDGR-LJIZCISZSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H22O11/c1-7(17)22-6-12-13(23-8(2)18)14(24-9(3)19)15(25-10(4)20)16(27-12)26-11(5)21/h12-16H,6H2,1-5H3/t12-,13-,14+,15-,16+/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 2723636 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2940.00.6000 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,2,3,4,6-Penta-O-acetyl-alpha-D-glucopyranose
- a-D-Glucopyranose pentaacetate
- a-D-Glucose pentaacetate
- alpha-D-Glucopyranose, 1,2,3,4,6-pentaacetate
- alpha-D-Glucopyranose, pentaacetate
- alpha-D-Glucopyranosyl pentaacetate
- FEMA NO. 2524, .ALPHA.-
- GLUCOSE PENTAACETATE, .ALPHA.-D-
- Penta-O-acetyl-alpha-D-glucopyranose
- Pentaacetyl-alpha-D-glucose
Frequently asked questions
What is alpha-D-Glucose pentaacetate used for?
It is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in carbohydrate chemistry and glycosylation reactions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C16H22O11 with a molecular weight of 390.34 g/mol.
How should alpha-D-Glucose pentaacetate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
Available in analytical grade; please confirm specific purity upon request.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA); additional documentation such as SDS can be provided upon request.
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