L-Valine allyl ester p-toluenesulfonate salt (CAS 88224-02-6)
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L-Valine allyl ester p-toluenesulfonate salt is utilized in peptide synthesis research due to its role as a protected amino acid derivative. The compound is specifically designed for the incorporation of L-valine into peptide chains while preventing unwanted side reactions at the amino group during the coupling process. In organic chemistry, the salt form is beneficial for increasing the solubility of the compound in various solvents, which enhances its reactivity and handling. Researchers are interested in the ester and tosylate moieties of this compound for their ability to be removed after the peptide synthesis is complete, allowing for the generation of peptides with free carboxyl and amino groups. The use of L-Valine allyl ester p-toluenesulfonate salt is also in the study of enzyme-catalyzed processes, where it can act as a substrate to understand the specificity and kinetics of proteases involved in peptide bond formation and cleavage.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
L-Valine allyl ester p-toluenesulfonate salt, 1 g | sc-252941 | 1 g | $57.00 |