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L-Quebrachitol (CAS 642-38-6)

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Alternate Names:
2-O-Methyl-chiro-inositol
Application:
L-Quebrachitol is an important starting material for synthesis of optically active inositol phosphates
CAS Number:
642-38-6
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
194.18
Molecular Formula:
C7H14O6
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L-Quebrachitol, a naturally occurring cyclitol or methylated inositol, is distinguished by its pivotal role as a chiral precursor in the synthesis of optically active inositol phosphates. This compound, characterized by its unique structural configuration, includes a hydroxyl group at every carbon except for one, which is methylated, providing a stereocenter that is for its activity in synthetic pathways. Inositol phosphates play critical roles in cellular processes, including signal transduction, membrane trafficking, and ion channel regulation, making the synthesis of their optically active forms a significant endeavor in both chemical and biological research.


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L-Quebrachitol, 1 g

sc-205950
1 g
$151.00