Description

Z-Phe-Oh is a protected amino acid derivative, specifically the benzyloxycarbonyl (Z or Cbz) protected form of phenylalanine. This compound serves as a crucial building block in peptide synthesis, where it protects the amine group during the coupling of other amino acids. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers and fine chemical manufacturers involved in the development and production of peptides, peptidomimetics, and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Solid-Phase Peptide Synthesis (SPPS): As a key protected amino acid for the sequential assembly of peptide chains.
• Solution-Phase Peptide Synthesis: Used in classical coupling methodologies for constructing specific peptide sequences.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of more complex peptide-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying peptide structure, function, and interactions.
• Production of Peptidomimetics: Used to create modified peptide-like molecules with enhanced stability or biological activity.
• Custom Peptide Services: A standard reagent for CROs and CDMOs offering bespoke peptide manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Z-Phe-Oh
CAS No.	56379-89-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₇NO₄
Molecular Weight	299.32 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Carbobenzyloxy-L-phenylalanine; N-Cbz-L-phenylalanine; N-Benzyloxycarbonyl-L-phenylalanine; (S)-2-(((Benzyloxy)carbonyl)amino)-3-phenylpropanoic acid; Z-L-Phenylalanine; Cbz-Phe-OH; Z-Phenylalanine; Z-Phe
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Z-Phe-Oh is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for peptide synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

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)
Loss on Drying	≤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.