Chemical Name: | Benzeneacetic acid, a-[[(9H-fluoren-9-ylmethoxy)carbonyl]amino]-,(aR)- |
CAS Number: | 111524-95-9 |
Product Number: | AG00HC61(AGN-PC-0P269U) |
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Molecular Formula: | C23H19NO4 |
Molecular Weight: | 373.4013 |
The (R)-N-Fmoc-phenylglycine is a valuable building block in chemical synthesis, particularly in the field of peptide and protein chemistry. This compound is commonly used as a chiral auxiliary, providing a means to introduce chirality into molecules during synthesis. Its application in peptide chemistry allows for the controlled assembly of complex peptides with specific spatial arrangements of amino acid residues. By incorporating (R)-N-Fmoc-phenylglycine into peptide structures, chemists can manipulate the stereochemistry of the resulting peptides, which is crucial for their biological activity and function. Additionally, the Fmoc protecting group facilitates the stepwise solid-phase peptide synthesis by enabling selective deprotection and coupling reactions. The versatility and utility of (R)-N-Fmoc-phenylglycine make it an essential tool for chemists working on the synthesis of bioactive peptides and proteins.