Description

2-Mercaptomethyl-5-Guanidinopentanoic Acid is a specialized biochemical building block featuring both a thiol (mercapto) and a guanidino functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing peptides, enzyme inhibitors, and other bioactive compounds. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies focused on drug discovery and biochemical research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly protease inhibitors and other enzyme-targeting therapeutics.
• Biochemical Research: Used in the study of enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions due to its reactive thiol and guanidine groups.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a modified amino acid analog for introducing specific functional groups into synthetic peptide chains.
• Cross-linking Agent: Potential use in creating disulfide bridges or as a linker in bioconjugation chemistry for labeling biomolecules.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Mercaptomethyl-5-Guanidinopentanoic Acid
CAS No.	69734-02-7
Molecular Formula	C8H17N3O2S
Molecular Weight	219.30 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Guanidino-2-mercaptomethylpentanoic Acid; (2-Mercaptomethyl)-5-guanidinopentanoic Acid; 2-(Mercaptomethyl)-5-guanidinopentanoic Acid; 5-Guanidino-2-(mercaptomethyl)valeric Acid; Arg-Cys Hybrid Molecule; Guanidinoalkyl Mercapto Acid; CAS 69734-02-7
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Quality Control

Our 2-Mercaptomethyl-5-Guanidinopentanoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider keeping the material under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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