Category:
Intermediates&Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
4652-65-7
Standard:
In-house Standards,
| CAS | 4652-65-7 |
| Chinese Name | |
| English Name | 5-methoxy-5-oxo-2-(phenylmethoxycarbonylamino)pentanoic acid |
| Formula | C14H17NO6 |
| Weight | 295.288 |
| Specific Rotation | Boiling Point: 510.6ºC at 760mmHg |
| Exterior | White to off white powder |
| Purity | 98% |
5-Methoxy-5-oxo-2-(phenylmethoxycarbonylamino)pentanoic acid is a protected amino acid derivative utilized in solid-phase peptide synthesis. It serves as a key building block for incorporating glutamic acid residues with specific side-chain protection. The compound features the molecular formula C14H17NO6 and CAS number 100394-85-2, manufactured via esterification of N-Cbz-glutamic acid followed by methylation.
Strictly store under inert atmosphere at -20°C to prevent hydrolysis. Personnel must utilize appropriate PPE including nitrile gloves and safety goggles due to potential irritancy. This intermediate is not intended for direct clinical administration without further purification and formulation.