Description

Ac-Leu-OMe (Acetyl-L-leucine methyl ester) is a protected amino acid derivative of significant value in synthetic organic and peptide chemistry. This compound serves as a crucial building block for the controlled synthesis of peptides and complex organic molecules, offering researchers and manufacturers precise control over molecular structure. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for research, process development, and the production of specialized intermediates.

Application

• Peptide Synthesis: A key protected intermediate for the solid-phase and solution-phase synthesis of custom peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in medicinal chemistry for the development and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies of new drug candidates.
• Bioconjugation: Acts as a reagent for modifying biomolecules, proteins, or other carriers in drug delivery system development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a chiral building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and catalytic processes in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ac-Leu-OMe
CAS No.	1492-11-1
Molecular Formula	C9H17NO3
Molecular Weight	187.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetyl-L-leucine methyl ester; N-Acetyl-L-leucine methyl ester; Methyl N-acetyl-L-leucinate; L-Leucine, N-acetyl-, methyl ester; (S)-2-(Acetylamino)-4-methylpentanoic acid methyl ester; Ac-Leu-Me; N-Acetyl-leucine-methyl-ester; Ac-Leu-OMe CAS NO 1492-11-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ac-Leu-OMe is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis to confirm enantiomeric purity, and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.