CAS 1217624-14-0

N-Boc-4-dimethyl-L-glutamic Acid

Description:

N-Boc-4-dimethyl-L-glutamic acid is a derivative of the amino acid glutamic acid, characterized by the presence of a tert-butyloxycarbonyl (Boc) protecting group on the amino group and two methyl groups on the fourth carbon of the glutamic acid backbone. This compound is typically used in peptide synthesis and medicinal chemistry due to its ability to protect the amino group during reactions, allowing for selective modifications of other functional groups. The presence of the dimethyl substituents enhances its lipophilicity and can influence its biological activity. N-Boc-4-dimethyl-L-glutamic acid is generally stable under standard laboratory conditions but may require careful handling to avoid hydrolysis of the Boc group. Its solubility is often dependent on the solvent used, with polar solvents typically providing better solubility. This compound is of interest in the development of pharmaceuticals and can serve as a building block for more complex molecules in organic synthesis.

Formula: C₁₂H₂₁NO₆

Synonyms:

• N-[(1,1-DiMethylethoxy)carbonyl]-4,4-diMethyl-L-glutaMic Acid
• N-Boc-4-dimethyl-L-glutamic Acid