N-Benzyloxycarbonyl-L-proline, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

N-(Benzyloxycarbonyl)-L-proline is a potent inhibitor of prolidase; a specific peptidase that cleaves dipeptides with a C-terminal prolyl and hydroxylprolyl residue. It is also used in the synthesis of N-(L-Prolyl)-β-alanine which is a derivative of the naturally occurring beta amino acid β-Alanine.

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Applications
N-(Benzyloxycarbonyl)-L-proline is a potent inhibitor of prolidase; a specific peptidase that cleaves dipeptides with a C-terminal prolyl and hydroxylprolyl residue. It is also used in the synthesis of N-(L-Prolyl)-β-alanine which is a derivative of the naturally occurring beta amino acid β-Alanine.

Solubility
Solubility in methanol, almost transparency.

Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.

Specifications

• Melting Point: 75°C to 77°C
• Quantity: 5 g
• Beilstein: 88579
• Optical Rotation: −60° (c=1 in Acetic Acid)
• Formula Weight: 249.27
• Percent Purity: ≥98%
• Chemical Name or Material: N-Benzyloxycarbonyl-L-proline

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