Description

Benzyl 2-Oxopropylcarbamate is a specialized organic compound with the CAS registry number 111491-97-5. This chemical serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring carbamate or protected amine functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Acts as a protecting group for amines during solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis, preventing unwanted side reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for the preparation of complex natural products, heterocycles, and other specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for novel polymers and functional materials with specific properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl 2-Oxopropylcarbamate
CAS No.	111491-97-5
Molecular Formula	C11H13NO3
Molecular Weight	207.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Carbamic acid, N-(2-oxopropyl)-, phenylmethyl ester; Benzyl N-(2-oxopropyl)carbamate; 2-Oxopropylcarbamic Acid Benzyl Ester; (Benzyloxycarbonyl)aminoacetone; Z-Aminoacetone; N-Cbz-aminoacetone; N-(Benzyloxycarbonyl)aminoacetone; N-Carbobenzoxyaminoacetone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzyl 2-Oxopropylcarbamate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.