Chemical Name: | Hexanoic acid, 4-[[(1,1-dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]amino]-5-methyl-, (4R)- |
CAS Number: | 197006-14-7 |
Product Number: | AG007R2W(AGN-PC-0O6O7E) |
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MDL No: | MFCD02094562 |
Molecular Formula: | C12H23NO4 |
Molecular Weight: | 245.3153 |
(R)-Boc-4-amino-5-methylhexanoic acid is a versatile compound widely utilized in chemical synthesis, particularly in the field of peptide synthesis. As a key building block, it serves as a crucial intermediate in the creation of peptides with specific sequences and properties. In the process of solid-phase peptide synthesis, this compound acts as a protected amino acid, facilitating the controlled addition of subsequent amino acids to construct peptide chains. Its Boc (tert-butyloxycarbonyl) protecting group ensures selective reactivity and aids in preventing unwanted side reactions, thus enabling the precise formation of peptide bonds. This compound's strategic incorporation into peptide structures contributes to the development of bioactive peptides, pharmaceuticals, and materials with tailored functions and characteristics.