Description

3-{[(Benzyloxy)Carbonyl](2-Carboxyethyl)Amino}Propanoic Acid is a specialized bifunctional organic acid derivative, serving as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a protected amine and multiple carboxylic acid groups, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with precise functionality. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for the development of peptide mimetics, drug conjugates, and novel polymeric materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in peptide-based drug discovery and prodrug development.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected amino acid derivative or spacer molecule in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to introduce specific functional handles.
• Bioconjugation: Facilitates the covalent linking of biomolecules (e.g., proteins, antibodies) to drugs, dyes, or polymers for targeted delivery and diagnostics.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating functionalized polymers, hydrogels, and dendrimers with tailored acid-responsive or biodegradable properties.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a valuable reagent in organic synthesis for exploring new reactions and creating complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Linker for Solid Supports: Employed in the preparation of functionalized resins and solid supports for combinatorial chemistry and affinity chromatography.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-{[(Benzyloxy)Carbonyl](2-Carboxyethyl)Amino}Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	182001-76-9
Molecular Formula	C15H17NO6
Molecular Weight	307.30 g/mol
Synonyms	N-[(Benzyloxy)carbonyl]-β-alanine-β-alanine; 3-[[(Benzyloxy)carbonyl](2-carboxyethyl)amino]propanoic acid; Cbz-β-Ala-β-Ala; Z-β-Ala-β-Ala; N-Carbobenzoxy-3,3'-iminodipropionic Acid; 3,3'-Iminodipropionic Acid N-Carbobenzoxy Derivative; (3-{[(Benzyloxy)carbonyl][2-(carboxy)ethyl]amino}propanoic acid)
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Quality Control

Our 3-{[(Benzyloxy)Carbonyl](2-Carboxyethyl)Amino}Propanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Assay	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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