Description

Aspartic Acid, 2-Cyano-n-[(Phenylmethoxy)Carbonyl]-, 1,4-Diethyl Ester is a specialized, high-purity chemical building block primarily used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a protected amino acid derivative, enabling the precise construction of complex peptide and peptidomimetic structures. It is essential for research and development in pharmaceutical chemistry, agrochemical discovery, and materials science, where controlled molecular assembly is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel peptide-based drugs, enzyme inhibitors, and bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced crop protection agents and herbicides with targeted modes of action.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a protected aspartic acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the creation of labeled peptides and molecular probes for studying biological pathways.
• Material Science: A potential monomer or modifier for creating functional polymers and specialty coatings.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aspartic Acid, 2-Cyano-n-[(Phenylmethoxy)Carbonyl]-, 1,4-Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	159345-13-8
Molecular Formula	C16H18N2O5
Molecular Weight	318.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 2-Cyano-3-[(benzyloxy)carbonyl]aminosuccinate; 2-Cyano-3-[(benzyloxy)carbonyl]amino-butanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester; N-Cbz-2-Cyanoaspartic Acid Diethyl Ester; (2S)-2-Cyano-3-{[(benzyloxy)carbonyl]amino}butanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester; Z-Asp(CN)-OEt2; Aspartic Acid Derivative (Cbz Protected); Z-D-Asp(CN)-OEt2 (potential stereoisomer); N-[(Benzyloxy)carbonyl]-2-cyanoaspartic Acid Diethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Aspartic Acid, 2-Cyano-n-[(Phenylmethoxy)Carbonyl]-, 1,4-Diethyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and synthesis applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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