CAS 70663-56-8

N-[(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]-N-methyl-4-nitro-L-phenylalanine

Description:

N-[(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]-N-methyl-4-nitro-L-phenylalanine, with the CAS number 70663-56-8, is an amino acid derivative characterized by its complex structure that includes a nitro group and a dimethylethoxycarbonyl protecting group. This compound typically appears as a crystalline solid and is soluble in polar organic solvents, reflecting its polar functional groups. The presence of the nitro group contributes to its electron-withdrawing properties, which can influence its reactivity and interactions in biochemical contexts. The dimethylethoxycarbonyl group serves as a protective moiety, often utilized in peptide synthesis to prevent unwanted reactions during the coupling of amino acids. This compound is of interest in pharmaceutical and biochemical research, particularly in the development of peptide-based drugs and as a building block in organic synthesis. Its stability and reactivity can be influenced by factors such as pH and temperature, making it important to handle it under controlled conditions to maintain its integrity for experimental applications.

Formula: C₁₅H₂₀N₂O₆

InChI: InChI=1S/C15H20N2O6/c1-15(2,3)23-14(20)16(4)12(13(18)19)9-10-5-7-11(8-6-10)17(21)22/h5-8,12H,9H2,1-4H3,(H,18,19)/t12-/m0/s1

InChI key: InChIKey=WVYOQBQMGUDWKE-LBPRGKRZSA-N

SMILES: [C@H](N(C(OC(C)(C)C)=O)C)(CC1=CC=C(N(=O)=O)C=C1)C(O)=O

Synonyms:

• N-BOC-N-methyl-4-nitro-L-phenylalanine
• N-[(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]-N-methyl-4-nitro-L-phenylalanine
• L-Phenylalanine, N-[(1,1-dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]-N-methyl-4-nitro-