Description

Lysine, N6-[(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)Carbonyl]-, Methyl Ester is a protected derivative of the essential amino acid L-lysine, specifically engineered for advanced synthetic applications. This compound is a critical building block in peptide synthesis and pharmaceutical research, offering a Boc-protected side chain and a methyl ester group for precise chemical manipulation. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the production of complex peptides, bioactive molecules, and novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a key protected intermediate in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS).
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the research and development of peptide-based drugs, hormones, and diagnostic agents.
• Bioconjugation: Acts as a linker or spacer molecule for attaching peptides to other biomolecules, polymers, or surfaces.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the study of protein-protein interactions and enzyme mechanisms.
• Fine Chemical Production: A crucial precursor in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Lysine, N6-[(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)Carbonyl]-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1372256-52-4
Molecular Formula	C13H26N2O5
Molecular Weight	290.36 g/mol
Synonyms	N6-Boc-L-lysine methyl ester; Methyl N6-[(tert-butoxy)carbonyl]-L-lysinate; Boc-Lys-OMe; (S)-Methyl 2-amino-6-((tert-butoxycarbonyl)amino)hexanoate; Nα-Boc-Nε-Cbz-L-lysine methyl ester (common related derivative); L-Lysine, N6-[(1,1-dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]-, methyl ester; Boc-Lysine methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Lysine, N6-[(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)Carbonyl]-, Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C or as indicated on the label. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% (L-isomer)
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.