Description

n-Acetyl-o-Benzyl-L-Tyrosine is a protected derivative of the essential amino acid L-Tyrosine, featuring both acetyl and benzyl protecting groups. This compound is a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex peptides and pharmaceutical intermediates, offering precise control over molecular structure and reactivity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical development laboratories, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in advanced organic synthesis and peptide chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel peptide-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a protected amino acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS), enabling the construction of specific peptide sequences.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research related to tyrosine metabolism.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: Demonstrates the application of orthogonal protecting groups (acetyl for amine, benzyl for phenol) in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the custom synthesis of specialty chemicals, catalysts, and ligands for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Acetyl-o-Benzyl-L-Tyrosine
CAS No.	73535-46-3
Molecular Formula	C18H19NO4
Molecular Weight	313.35 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-O-benzyl-L-tyrosine; Ac-Tyr(Bzl)-OH; L-Tyrosine, N-acetyl-O-benzyl-; (2S)-2-Acetamido-3-(4-benzyloxyphenyl)propanoic acid; N-Acetyl-3-(4-benzyloxyphenyl)-L-alanine; O-Benzyl-N-acetyl-L-tyrosine; N-Acetyl-O-benzyltyrosine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Acetyl-o-Benzyl-L-Tyrosine CAS NO 73535-46-3 is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for enantiomeric excess, and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.2%

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