Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to (2S)-5-Ammonio-2-{[(benzyloxy)carbonyl]amino}pentanoate (CAS: 2640-58-6) in synthesis?
Answer
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There are alternative reagents and synthetic routes that can be employed to achieve similar functional groups. For instance, other amino acids or analogs like (2S)-5-aminopentanoic acid can be used as precursors. Isomers and structural analogs should be evaluated based on the specific requirements of the synthesis.
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CAS No
2640-58-6
English Name
(2S)-5-Ammonio-2-{[(benzyloxy)carbonyl]amino}pentanoate
Molecular Formula
C13H18N2O4
Molecular Weight
266.3 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC(=O)NC(CCCN)C(=O)O
InChIKey
ZYGRWJVRLNJIMR-NSHDSACASA-N
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