Chemical Name: | (S)-1-Benzyl 5-tert-butyl 2-aminopentanedioate hydrochloride |
CAS Number: | 98102-32-0 |
Product Number: | AG00IK15(AGN-PC-0WAIL3) |
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Molecular Formula: | C16H24ClNO4 |
Molecular Weight: | 329.8191 |
In chemical synthesis, H-Glu(OtBu)-OBzl.HCl is commonly used as a reagent for peptide bond formation. It serves as a protected form of glutamic acid, an essential amino acid, allowing for controlled reactions during peptide assembly. The t-butoxycarbonyl (OtBu) and benzyl (OBzl) protecting groups on the glutamic acid ensure selectivity and prevent unwanted side reactions. By adding H-Glu(OtBu)-OBzl.HCl to the reaction mixture, chemists can facilitate the formation of specific peptide bonds with high precision and efficiency. This reagent plays a crucial role in the synthesis of complex peptides and organic molecules with glutamic acid residues, enabling the creation of diverse and intricate molecular structures for various scientific and pharmaceutical applications.