Description

Z-Phe-Betana is a specialized synthetic peptide derivative, widely recognized by its CAS registry number 16876-73-6. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its structural integrity and purity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex biomolecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the multi-step synthesis of peptide-based drugs and protease inhibitors.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in proteomics research, enzyme studies, and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a protected amino acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS).
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the design and construction of molecular probes and activity-based protein profiling (ABPP) reagents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for chemists developing new synthetic methodologies and exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Basic Information

Product Name	Z-Phe-Betana
CAS No.	16876-73-6
Molecular Formula	C19H20N2O4
Molecular Weight	340.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Z-Phenylalanine betaine; N-Carbobenzoxy-L-phenylalanine betaine; Z-L-Phe-Betaine; (S)-2-(2-((Benzyloxy)carbonyl)amino)-3-phenylpropanamido)-N,N,N-trimethylethan-1-aminium; Z-Phe-OSu betaine salt; CBZ-Phenylalanine betaine; Nα-Cbz-L-phenylalanine betaine; Benzyloxycarbonyl-L-phenylalanine betaine
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Quality Control

Our Z-Phe-Betana is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral integrity, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (L-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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