Methyl 2,3-O-isopropylidene-D-ribofuranoside

Methyl 2,3-O-isopropylidene-D-ribofuranoside, a synthetic compound of immense potential, is critically employed in the production of various antiviral and antitumor drugs. Yet, its utility surpasses this therapeutic niche as it is widely utilized in carbohydrate research and synthesis. The compound is an indispensable tool for synthesizing glycosylated peptides and proteins, paving the way for our understanding of pathogenic bacteria. Additionally, the compound offers an exciting opportunity to monitor enzyme-catalyzed reactions in the presence of carbohydrates.

• Supplier: BOC Sciences
• Product #: 72402-14-3
• Cas: 72402-14-3
• Molecular Weight: 204.22
• Molecular Formula: C9H16O5