3,5-二-O-芐基-D-甲基呋喃木糖苷, Methyl 3,5-di-O-benzyl-D-xylofuranoside

Methyl 3,5-di-O-benzyl-D-xylofuranoside is a hydroxyl compound that is synthesized by the intramolecular condensation of acetyl and benzoyl compounds. It can be used as a catalyst in the synthesis of glycosides and yields are high. This compound has shown stereoselectivity in ring opening reactions, which is a useful property for the synthesis of chiral molecules. Methyl 3,5-di-O-benzyl-D-xylofuranoside can also be used as an intermediate in the synthesis of other compounds.