N-Benzyloxycarbonyl-L-valine(CAS# 1149-26-4)

N-Benzyloxycarbonyl-L-valine is an organic compound with the following properties:

Appearance: White crystalline solid.
Solubility: Insoluble in water, but soluble in some organic solvents such as methanol, ethanol and methylene chloride.
Chemical properties: The compound is an acylated amino acid that is acid-alkaline and can react with alkali to form salts. It can also undergo esterification reaction, carboxyl reduction reaction, etc.

The main uses of N-benzyloxycarbonyl-L-valine include:

Laboratory research: Used in biochemical experiments, such as synthesizing specific peptide chains or studying protein structure.

There are two main methods for the preparation of N-benzyloxycarbonyl-L-valine:

Chemical synthesis: It can be obtained by reacting benzyl chloride with L-valine.
Enzymatic preparation: An enzyme-catalyzed reaction is used to react L-valine with benzyl alcohol to generate N-benzyloxycarbonyl-L-valine.

Safety Information: N-Benzyloxycarbonyl-L-valine is a chemical that needs to be properly managed and used. The following should be noted:

Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and wash immediately with plenty of water in case of accidental contact.
Good ventilation measures should be taken during use to avoid inhaling its gases or dust. If inhaled, leave the contaminated area quickly and seek medical assistance.
Please store properly in a dry, cool place to avoid contact with combustibles and oxidants.
When using or handling this compound, follow the relevant safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment such as laboratory gloves, protective glasses, etc.