Description

2-[4-(Boc-Amino)Phenyl]-2-Methylpropanenitrile is a high-purity, protected amino acid derivative and a versatile chemical building block. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, offering a stable tert-butoxycarbonyl (Boc) protecting group for amines. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Chemistry: Serves as a protected amino acid derivative for the solid-phase and solution-phase synthesis of peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules, leveraging the nitrile and Boc-protected amine functionalities.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Biology: Useful in the synthesis of probes and labeled compounds for biochemical and cellular studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[4-(Boc-Amino)Phenyl]-2-Methylpropanenitrile
CAS No.	1314791-16-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₀N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	260.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Cyano-2-propyl)phenylcarbamic Acid 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester; 2-[4-[(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)amino]phenyl]-2-methylpropanenitrile; tert-Butyl N-[4-(2-cyano-2-propyl)phenyl]carbamate; Boc-4-Aminobenzyl Cyanide Derivative; 4-(Boc-Amino)-α,α-dimethylbenzyl Cyanide; 2-Methyl-2-[4-(Boc-amino)phenyl]propionitrile; (4-(2-Cyano-2-propyl)phenyl)carbamic Acid tert-Butyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-[4-(Boc-Amino)Phenyl]-2-Methylpropanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are provided with every shipment to support your R&D and cGMP manufacturing needs.

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 material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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