Description:Boc-DL-3-Aminoisobutyric acid is a chemical compound characterized by its structure, which includes a tert-butyloxycarbonyl (Boc) protecting group attached to the amino group of 3-aminoisobutyric acid. This compound is typically utilized in peptide synthesis and organic chemistry as a building block due to its ability to protect the amino group during reactions. It is a white to off-white solid that is soluble in organic solvents like methanol and dimethyl sulfoxide, but less soluble in water. The presence of both an amino group and a carboxylic acid group makes it an amino acid derivative, allowing it to participate in various chemical reactions, including coupling reactions to form peptides. Its stereochemistry, being a DL mixture, indicates the presence of both D- and L- forms, which can influence its biological activity and interactions. Safety data should be consulted for handling, as with all chemical substances, to ensure proper precautions are taken.
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