Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-D-glucitol (CAS: 652-67-5)?
Answer
1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-D-glucitol is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as a precursor for the synthesis of antiviral and antifungal drugs. It also finds applications in the production of certain polymers and as a component in food additives. In research settings, it serves as a building block for developing new chemical compounds and materials.
About
CAS No
652-67-5
English Name
1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-D-glucitol
Molecular Formula
C6H10O4
Molecular Weight
146.14 g/mol
SMILES
O[C@H]1CO[C@@H]2[C@H](O)CO[C@H]12
InChIKey
KLDXJTOLSGUMSJ-JGWLITMVSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
