Methylb-D-arabinofuranoside

Methyl ?-L-arabinopyranoside is a monomer that is used for the synthesis of polymers. It has been shown to be an effective polymerization catalyst, with long-term stability and good storage properties. Methyl ?-L-arabinopyranoside has been used in gas chromatographic analysis as an analyte to identify hydroxy groups, although it may also interfere with the detection of certain other analytes. This monomer is often used in the production of plastics and rubbers because it enhances bonding between rubber molecules and plasticizers. Methyl ?-L-arabinopyranoside has also been shown to have tailing enhancements and extracts that are due to hydroxy groups, which can lead to signal enhancement in gas chromatography. Additives such as ammonium acetate can be added if there is a need to increase sensitivity or reduce tailing effects.