(2R,3S,4R,5S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methoxytetrahydrofuran-3,4-diol CAS 52485-92-4

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.52485-92-4
Molecular FormulaC6H12O5
Molecular Weight164.16 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

(2R,3S,4R,5S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methoxytetrahydrofuran-3,4-diol CAS 52485-92-4 chemical structure

Description

CATO manufactures (2R,3S,4R,5S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methoxytetrahydrofuran-3,4-diol under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

(2R,3S,4R,5S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methoxytetrahydrofuran-3,4-diol (CAS 52485-92-4) is a high-purity analytical reference standard with the molecular formula C6H12O5 and a molecular weight of 164.16 g/mol.

Owing to a carbohydrate-derived structure, (2R,3S,4R,5S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methoxytetrahydrofuran-3,4-diol is typically white to off-white crystalline powder. Its solid-state physicochemical attributes — including a molecular weight of 164.16 g/mol — guide the selection of appropriate sample preparation and analytical techniques.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC6H12O5
Molecular Weight164.16 g/mol
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water
StabilityHygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)1.0
CAS Registry Year (est.)1971

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