a-Anomer of Gemcitabine.Atmosphere:Inert gasMelting Point:>214.5°C (dec.)Solubility:Methanol (sparingly)TLC Conditions: C18; Dichloromethane : Isopropanol : Water : Ammonium Hydroxide (4 : 1 : 1 : 0.3). Visualized with UV and KMnO4 (single spot; Rf =0.60).Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C under inert atmosphere. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.