Chemical Name: | H-Met-OMe• HCl |
CAS Number: | 2491-18-1 |
Product Number: | AG00I4RF(AGN-PC-0WADGP) |
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H-Met-OMe.HCl, or hydroxymethyl metaraminol hydrochloride, is a valuable chemical reagent used in organic synthesis for the protection of amino groups. By selectively blocking the amino functionality of molecules with this reagent, chemists are able to control the course of a reaction and protect sensitive functional groups during various synthetic procedures. This protective group strategy enables the synthesis of complex compounds by preventing unwanted reactions at specific sites within a molecule. H-Met-OMe.HCl is commonly employed in peptide chemistry, pharmaceutical development, and organic synthesis methodologies requiring precise amino group manipulation. Its application in chemical synthesis highlights its crucial role as a versatile and reliable tool in the hands of synthetic chemists.