Description

N(Alpha)-Benzoyloxycarbonyl-N(Beta)-Trimethylammonio-L-Alanine, Inner Salt is a specialized, high-purity amino acid derivative featuring a benzyloxycarbonyl (Z) protecting group and a trimethylammonium moiety. This compound is engineered for applications requiring precise chemical modification and controlled reactivity, particularly in advanced organic synthesis and peptide research. It serves as a critical building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex molecular construction.

Application

• Peptide Synthesis: Acts as a key protected amino acid derivative for the solid-phase and solution-phase synthesis of complex peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Utilized in the modification of biomolecules, enabling the attachment of functional groups or labels for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
• Chemical Biology Research: Employed as a tool compound to study enzyme mechanisms, receptor-ligand interactions, and cellular processes.
• Chiral Auxiliary/Synthon: Provides a source of chiral L-alanine for asymmetric synthesis, facilitating the creation of enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Material Science: Potential use in the development of functional polymers and smart materials with tailored ionic or biological properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	N(Alpha)-Benzoyloxycarbonyl-N(Beta)-Trimethylammonio-L-Alanine, Inner Salt
CAS No.	98541-65-2
Molecular Formula	C14H20N2O4
Molecular Weight	280.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Z-L-Alanine betaine; Nα-Z-Nβ-Trimethylammonio-L-alanine inner salt; Nα-Carbobenzoxy-Nβ-trimethyl-L-alanine betaine; (S)-2-(((Benzyloxy)carbonyl)amino)-3-(trimethylammonio)propanoate; Cbz-L-Ala-betaine; L-Alanine, N-[(phenylmethoxy)carbonyl]-N-(trimethylammonio)-, inner salt; 98541-65-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of N(Alpha)-Benzoyloxycarbonyl-N(Beta)-Trimethylammonio-L-Alanine, Inner Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products are suitable for research and development applications requiring high-purity intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically ≥95% by HPLC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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