Compound Q&A
How is (2S)-2-Amino-5-(benzyloxy)-5-oxopentanoic acid (CAS: 1676-73-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
(2S)-2-Amino-5-(benzyloxy)-5-oxopentanoic acid can be synthesized through a multistep process involving the reaction of benzyloxyacetic acid with amino compounds. Commonly, this involves protecting the amino group with a suitable protecting group, followed by deprotection to yield the desired compound. This synthesis typically requires the use of specific catalysts and solvents to achieve high yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
1676-73-9
English Name
(2S)-2-Amino-5-(benzyloxy)-5-oxopentanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C12H15NO4
Molecular Weight
237.26 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC(=O)CCC(C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
BGGHCRNCRWQABU-JTQLQIEISA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
