Description

n-Benzyloxycarbonyl-Dl-Tyrosine is a protected derivative of the amino acid tyrosine, where the amine group is blocked by a benzyloxycarbonyl (Cbz or Z) group. This modification is crucial for its primary role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of peptides and other bioactive compounds, enabling controlled stepwise synthesis. It is an essential building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors who require high-purity intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a critical protected amino acid building block in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of novel therapeutic peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of enzyme substrates, inhibitors, and other biologically active molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and specialty chemicals.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: Utilized in methodologies where selective protection and deprotection of amino acids are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Benzyloxycarbonyl-Dl-Tyrosine
CAS No.	5618-98-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₇NO₅
Molecular Weight	315.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Z-DL-Tyrosine-OH; Cbz-DL-Tyrosine; N-Carbobenzoxy-DL-tyrosine; DL-N-Carbobenzyloxytyrosine; N-(Benzyloxycarbonyl)-DL-tyrosine; (RS)-2-[[(Benzyloxy)carbonyl]amino]-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid; Benzyl N-(DL-4-hydroxyphenylalanyl)carbamate; NSC 3349
EINECS	227-045-6

Quality Control

Our n-Benzyloxycarbonyl-Dl-Tyrosine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	± 0.5° (c=1 in DMF)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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