2,3:4,5-Di-O-isopropylidene-b-D-fructopyranose

CAS: 20880-92-6

Ref. 3D-MD06165

Product Information

• Name: 2,3:4,5-Di-O-isopropylidene-b-D-fructopyranose
• Synonyms: Diacetone-D-fructose2,3:4,5-Bis-O-(1-methylethylidene)-b-D-fructopyranoseDiacetonefructose
• Brand: Biosynth

Description

2,3:4,5-Di-O-isopropylidene-b-D-fructopyranose (IDFP) is a natural compound that has been shown to have pharmacological properties. It is an inhibitor of the enzyme alpha-glucosidase and may be used as a treatment for diabetes mellitus type II. IDFP binds to the active site of the enzyme α-glucosidase, preventing access of the substrate glucose. This causes a decrease in blood glucose levels and has also been shown to reduce cholesterol levels in mice. IDFP is synthesized by reacting ethylene diamine with 2,3:4,5-di-O-isopropylidene b -D -fructofuranose. This reaction produces a heterocycle that undergoes asymmetric synthesis using sodium hydroxide solution and hydrogen fluoride as catalysts.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 260.28 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₂H₂₀O₆
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: White Off-White Powder