Description

n-Carbobenzoxyaminoacetonitrile is a versatile and high-purity chemical building block, primarily used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. Its value lies in its role as a protected amino acid derivative, enabling precise and efficient peptide coupling reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel peptide-based therapeutics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of peptide-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a protected glycine derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to construct specific amino acid sequences.
• Bioconjugation: Serves as a reagent for the controlled modification of proteins and other biomolecules.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocycles and other specialized organic compounds.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: Utilizes the carbobenzoxy (Cbz) group for the temporary protection of amine functionalities during synthetic sequences.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Carbobenzoxyaminoacetonitrile
CAS No.	3589-41-1
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Carbobenzoxyglycinonitrile; N-Cbz-glycinonitrile; (Carbobenzyloxyamino)acetonitrile; N-[(Benzyloxy)carbonyl]glycinonitrile; N-(Benzyloxycarbonyl)aminoacetonitrile; Z-Glycinonitrile; N-Carbobenzyloxyaminoacetonitrile; 2-[[(Phenylmethoxy)carbonyl]amino]acetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Carbobenzoxyaminoacetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, detailing all relevant specifications and test results to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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