Description

3-(9 H-Fluoren-9-Ylmethoxycarbonylamino)-Pentanoic Acid CAS NO 917562-06-2 is a specialized Fmoc-protected amino acid derivative, a crucial building block in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS). Its primary value lies in enabling the controlled, sequential assembly of complex peptides by providing a protected amino group that can be selectively deprotected under mild basic conditions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences sectors who are developing novel peptide-based therapeutics, diagnostic agents, and biochemical tools.

Application

• Solid-Phase Peptide Synthesis (SPPS): A fundamental building block for the automated, stepwise construction of custom peptide sequences.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used in the discovery and production of peptide drugs, including hormones, antibiotics, and enzyme inhibitors.
• Bioconjugation: Serves as a linker or spacer molecule for attaching peptides to other biomolecules, surfaces, or carriers.
• Combinatorial Chemistry: A key reagent in libraries for high-throughput screening of bioactive peptide candidates.
• Proteomics & Biochemical Studies: Employed in the synthesis of substrate analogs, inhibitors, and probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions.
• Material Science: Used to create peptide-functionalized polymers and surfaces with specific biological activities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(9 H-Fluoren-9-Ylmethoxycarbonylamino)-Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	917562-06-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₁NO₄
Molecular Weight	339.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Fmoc-β-homoalanine-OH; Fmoc-β-HAla-OH; N-[(9H-Fluoren-9-ylmethoxy)carbonyl]-β-homoalanine; 3-[[(9H-Fluoren-9-ylmethoxy)carbonyl]amino]pentanoic acid; (R,S)-3-(Fmoc-amino)pentanoic acid; Fmoc-3-aminopentanoic acid; β-HAla(Fmoc)-OH; N-Fmoc-3-aminopentanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-(9 H-Fluoren-9-Ylmethoxycarbonylamino)-Pentanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and mass spectrometry, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity (where applicable), and impurity profiles are 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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