Description

tert-Butoxycarbonylamino-Naphthalen-2-Yl-Acetic Acid is a high-purity, protected amino acid derivative featuring a naphthalene scaffold and a Boc-protected amine group. This compound is a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules, offering precise control over molecular architecture. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing naphthalene-based structures.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Used in medicinal chemistry for creating peptide analogs and peptidomimetics, leveraging the Boc-protected amine for selective deprotection and further coupling.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides that require specific aromatic amino acid motifs.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules, including dyes, sensors, and ligands for catalysis.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butoxycarbonylamino-Naphthalen-2-Yl-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	33741-79-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₉NO₄
Molecular Weight	301.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Boc-2-Naphthylglycine; N-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-2-naphthylglycine; 2-[[(tert-Butoxy)carbonyl]amino]-2-naphthaleneacetic acid; (2-Naphthyl)-N-Boc-glycine; N-Boc-2-naphthylglycine; Boc-Nap-Gly-OH; N-[(2-Naphthyl)carboxymethyl]carbamic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl N-[(2-naphthyl)carboxymethyl]carbamate
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butoxycarbonylamino-Naphthalen-2-Yl-Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and moisture. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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