Chemical Name: | Arginine, N2-acetyl- |
CAS Number: | 155-84-0 |
Product Number: | AG001NJK(AGN-PC-0O4G1Q) |
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Molecular Formula: | C8H16N4O3 |
Molecular Weight: | 216.2376 |
Ac-Arg-OH, also known as N-Acetyl-L-arginine, is a key building block in chemical synthesis with versatile applications in the field of biochemistry and pharmaceutical research. This amino acid derivative plays a pivotal role as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of various peptides and small molecules. In chemical synthesis, Ac-Arg-OH is commonly used as a protecting group for the arginine residue, enabling selective modification at specific positions within peptide sequences. Its acetyl moiety serves to shield the reactive alpha-amino group of arginine, preventing unwanted side reactions and facilitating controlled coupling reactions with other amino acids. Furthermore, Ac-Arg-OH can also function as a precursor for the synthesis of peptidomimetics and pharmaceutical compounds with enhanced stability and bioavailability. Its incorporation into peptide structures can impart improved resistance to enzymatic degradation and enhance the overall pharmacological properties of the final product.