(N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH

CAS 73259-81-1C8H16N2O4Chemical Synthesis

(N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH (CAS 73259-81-1) is a protected amino acid derivative with the molecular formula C8H16N2O4 and a molecular weight of 204.22 g/mol. This compound serves as a crucial building block in complex organic synthesis, particularly within peptide chemistry and chemical biology. Its applications span the creation of novel peptide structures, including potential therapeutic agents and biologically active molecules, making it a valuable reagent for researchers in pharmaceutical development and advanced chemical synthesis.

IUPAC: (S)-2-[(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)amino]-3-aminopropionic acid,(S)-3-Amino-2-(tert-butoxycarbonyl)aminopropionic acid,(S)-3-Amino-2-(tert-butoxycarbonylamino)propanoic acid,3-Amino-(tert-butoxycarbonyl)-L-alanine,Nα-BOC-(S)-β-aminoalanine,Nα-Boc-L-β-aminoalanine,N2-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-(S)-2,3-diaminopropionic acid,N2-tert-Butoxycarbonyl-L-2,3-diaminopropionic acid,Nα-Boc-L-2,3-diaminopropionic acid,Boc-Dap-OH,Boc-Dpr-OH
Synonyms: (S)-2-[(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)amino]-3-aminopropionic acid(S)-3-Amino-2-(tert-butoxycarbonyl)aminopropionic acid(S)-3-Amino-2-(tert-butoxycarbonylamino)propanoic acid3-Amino-(tert-butoxycarbonyl)-L-alanineNα-BOC-(S)-β-aminoalanineNα-Boc-L-β-aminoalanineN2-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-(S)-2,3-diaminopropionic acidN2-tert-Butoxycarbonyl-L-2,3-diaminopropionic acidNα-Boc-L-2,3-diaminopropionic acidBoc-Dap-OHBoc-Dpr-OH

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(N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH (C8H16N2O4) — chemical structure, CAS 73259-81-1; Chemistry, fine chemical supplied by Tech Serve Solutions

AlanineAmino Acid DerivativesChemical BiologyChemical SynthesisPeptide Chemistry

01 /Applications

Peptide Synthesis

Utilised in solid-phase synthesis for creating cyclic peptide analogs, such as gramicidin S analogs with observed antibiotic and hemolytic activities. It also finds use in the synthesis of modified analogs for HCV protease inhibitors.

Protein Assembly

Acts as a reactant in protein assembly processes directed by synthetic molecular recognition motifs, facilitating the construction of complex biomolecular architectures.

Receptor Agonist Development

Employed in the solid-phase synthesis of peptidic V1a receptor agonists, contributing to the development of novel compounds for pharmacological research.

Biointerface Chemistry

Applied in directed peptide assembly at the lipid-water interface, enabling studies of peptide behaviour and function in biomimetic environments.

02 /Properties

Molecular weight	204.22
Empirical formula	C8H16N2O4
Assay	≥98.0% (TLC)
Optical activity	[α]20/D +5.5±1°, c = 1% in methanol: water (1:1)
Impurities tested	~3% water
Application	Reactant for:• Protein assembly directed by synthetic molecular recognition motifs1• Solid phase synthesis of gramicidin S cyclic analogs with antibiotic and hemolytic activities2• Synthesis of HCV protease inhibitor modified analogs3• Solid phase synthesis of peptidic V1a receptor agonists4• Directed peptide assembly at lipid-water interface5
Melting point	210 °C (dec.)

03 /Safety & handling

Protective equipment	Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter
Water hazard class (WGK, DE)	3

Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.

04 /Identifiers & registry

CAS number

73259-81-1

MDL number

MFCD00236843

PubChem substance

24884604

Beilstein registry

4182136

05 /Quality & supply

Documentation

Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.

Supply & logistics

Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.

06 /Frequently asked questions

What is (N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH used for?

(N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH is used as a reactant in various chemical synthesis applications, including protein assembly, solid-phase synthesis of peptide analogs with antibiotic or agonist activities, and directed peptide assembly at lipid-water interfaces.

What are the CAS number and molecular formula for (N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH?

The CAS number is 73259-81-1, and the molecular formula is C8H16N2O4.

What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?

Tech Serve Solutions supplies (N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH with an assay of ≥98.0% (TLC), containing approximately 3% water. This product is suitable for research and general chemical synthesis purposes and is not supplied as USP, BP, or EP grade.

How should (N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH be handled safely?

When handling (N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH, it is essential to use appropriate personal protective equipment, including eyeshields and gloves. A type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN143) respirator filter should be used if airborne exposure is a risk. The compound is classified under WGK 2 in Germany.

Is (N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH a controlled substance?

The provided data does not indicate that (N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH is a controlled substance.

How is this chemical typically packed and shipped?

Tech Serve Solutions packs and ships fine chemicals, pharmaceutical intermediates, and laboratory reagents globally. Specific packaging for (N-Boc-β-amino)-Ala-OH will comply with relevant regulations for safe transport.