Description

3-(Boc-Amino)-3-Phenylpropionic Acid is a versatile and high-purity Boc-protected amino acid derivative, essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the introduction of a phenylalanine-like moiety with a protected amine group, enabling precise molecular construction. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for applications such as peptide synthesis and the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid building block in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide chemistry.
• Proteomics Research: Employed in the design and synthesis of peptide probes, inhibitors, and standards for biochemical studies.
• Chemical Biology: Facilitates the creation of modified peptides and protein conjugates for studying biological pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, chiral auxiliaries, and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic routes in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Boc-Amino)-3-Phenylpropionic Acid
CAS No.	14676-01-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₉NO₄
Molecular Weight	265.31 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)amino]-3-phenylpropanoic acid; N-Boc-3-amino-3-phenylpropionic acid; Boc-β-homoPhe-OH; (3R/S)-3-[(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)amino]-3-phenylpropanoic acid; 3-(tert-Butoxycarbonylamino)-3-phenylpropionic acid; β-(N-Boc-amino)hydrocinnamic acid; 3-(Boc-amino)-3-phenylpropanoic acid; NSC 334906
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Boc-Amino)-3-Phenylpropionic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent exposure to atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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