Description

tert-Butyl 3-Formylbenzylcarbamate is a high-purity, versatile chemical intermediate featuring both a carbamate protecting group and a reactive aldehyde functionality. This compound is critical for the controlled synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily utilized by medicinal chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences industry for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring a protected amine group for selective reactions.
• Peptide Chemistry: Used in the preparation of modified amino acids and peptide fragments where the aldehyde group enables further conjugation or cyclization.
• Protease Inhibitor Development: Serves as a precursor in the creation of molecules designed to inhibit specific enzymatic targets.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the development of tool compounds and probes for studying biological pathways and protein function.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl 3-Formylbenzylcarbamate
CAS No.	170853-04-0
Molecular Formula	C13H17NO3
Molecular Weight	235.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-((tert-Butoxycarbonyl)methyl)benzaldehyde; tert-Butyl N-(3-formylbenzyl)carbamate; 3-Formylbenzyl tert-butylcarbamate; 3-(Boc-aminomethyl)benzaldehyde; Boc-3-AMB-CHO; (3-Formylphenyl)methyl carbamic acid tert-butyl ester; N-Boc-3-aminomethylbenzaldehyde; N-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-3-aminomethylbenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 3-Formylbenzylcarbamate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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