Description

tert-Butyl-3-Isocyano-3-Tosylpropanoate is a versatile and high-value organic building block, primarily recognized for its dual functional groups—the isocyano and tosyl-protected ester moieties. This compound is critical for facilitating advanced multi-component reactions and serving as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocycles and peptidomimetics. It is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require sophisticated intermediates for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly for creating β-amino acid derivatives and heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel active ingredients with specific biological activity profiles.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Molecules: Serves as a crucial building block for constructing non-natural amino acids and peptide analogs.
• Multi-Component Reaction (MCR) Chemistry: Exploits the isocyano group in Passerini and Ugi-type reactions to efficiently generate molecular diversity libraries.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl-3-Isocyano-3-Tosylpropanoate
CAS No.	107914-00-1
Molecular Formula	C15H19NO4S
Molecular Weight	309.38 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isocyano-3-(4-methylphenylsulfonyl)propanoic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl 3-isocyano-3-[(4-methylphenyl)sulfonyl]propanoate; 3-(Isocyanato)-3-(p-tolylsulfonyl)propionic acid tert-butyl ester; 3-Isocyano-3-(p-toluenesulfonyl)propionic acid tert-butyl ester; TBITP; Tosyl-protected isocyanoacetate tert-butyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl-3-Isocyano-3-Tosylpropanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

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). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.