Description

Farnesyl-Val-Obzl CAS NO 178923-85-8 is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of farnesylated peptide derivatives. This chemical is of significant interest in advanced pharmaceutical research and development, particularly in the study of protein prenylation and related biological pathways. It serves as a critical building block or intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector. Key industries that utilize this compound include pharmaceutical R&D, biotechnology, and academic research institutions focused on oncology, metabolic disorders, and signal transduction mechanisms.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic precursor in the development of novel therapeutic agents targeting protein prenylation.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays to study farnesyltransferase activity and its role in cell signaling.
• Proteomics & Cell Biology: Employed in research to investigate post-translational modifications of proteins, particularly in cancer and metabolic disease models.
• Peptide Synthesis: Acts as a protected, farnesylated amino acid derivative for the solid-phase or solution-phase synthesis of modified peptides.
• Drug Discovery: Utilized in high-throughput screening (HTS) campaigns to identify and characterize new drug candidates that modulate prenylation pathways.
• Academic Research: A valuable tool for universities and research institutes studying Ras protein function and oncogenesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Farnesyl-Val-Obzl
CAS No.	178923-85-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₄₀N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	468.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Farnesyl-Valine-Benzyl Ester; N-[(2E,6E)-3,7,11-Trimethyldodeca-2,6,10-trien-1-yl]-L-valine benzyl ester; L-Valine, N-[(2E,6E)-3,7,11-trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrien-1-yl]-, phenylmethyl ester; Farnesyl-Val-OBzl; FVO; Farnesylated Valine OBzl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Farnesyl-Val-Obzl is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry for comprehensive characterization. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider desiccant or inert atmosphere conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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