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How is N-[(Benzyloxy)carbonyl]-L-tryptophan (CAS: 7432-21-5) typically synthesized?
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N-[(Benzyloxy)carbonyl]-L-tryptophan (CAS: 7432-21-5) can be synthesized via the Wittig reaction followed by cyclization. The starting material is usually L-tryptophan, and the reaction typically requires a suitable solvent and appropriate conditions for high yields. The process involves the use of an organometallic reagent and is conducted with good selectivity.
About
CAS No
7432-21-5
English Name
N-[(Benzyloxy)carbonyl]-L-tryptophan
Molecular Formula
C19H18N2O4
Molecular Weight
338.36 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC(=O)NC(CC2=CNC3=CC=CC=C32)C(=O)O
InChIKey
AHYFYYVVAXRMKB-KRWDZBQOSA-N
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