Description

Alanine,n-[(Phenylmethoxy)Carbonyl]-, Methyl Ester is a protected amino acid derivative, specifically the methyl ester of N-Carbobenzoxy-L-alanine (Cbz-L-Ala-OMe). This compound is a crucial chiral building block in organic synthesis, valued for its role in introducing the alanine moiety while protecting the amine functionality. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and peptide synthesis industries for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex biomolecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material or intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of peptide-based drugs and novel therapeutic compounds.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) as a protected amino acid derivative to construct specific peptide sequences.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Serves as a reagent for modifying biomolecules or creating labeled probes for biochemical and diagnostic research.
• Chemical Biology Research: Employed in the study of enzyme mechanisms, protein-protein interactions, and metabolic pathways.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a chiral auxiliary or precursor in stereoselective chemical reactions to create enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A standard reagent for synthetic organic chemistry research in universities and corporate R&D departments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alanine,n-[(Phenylmethoxy)Carbonyl]-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	64562-95-4
Molecular Formula	C12H15NO4
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Carbobenzoxy-L-alanine methyl ester; Cbz-L-Alanine methyl ester; (S)-2-((Benzyloxy)carbonylamino)propanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl N-[(benzyloxy)carbonyl]-L-alaninate; Z-L-Ala-OMe; N-Cbz-L-alanine methyl ester; L-Alanine, N-[(phenylmethoxy)carbonyl]-, methyl ester; Benzyloxycarbonyl-L-alanine methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Alanine,n-[(Phenylmethoxy)Carbonyl]-, Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for enantiomeric excess, and standard identification tests. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications for every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with customer-specific requirements and general industry standards for fine chemicals.

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 to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.