Molekula
BOC-Glycine-OH
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
BOC-Glycine-OH is a protected amino acid derivative used in peptide synthesis to prevent unwanted side reactions. It serves as a building block for constructing peptide chains with controlled reactivity. CAS: 4530-20-5, Molecular Formula: (CH3)3COCONHCH2COOH, Molecular Weight: 175.18 g/mol, Storage: 2 to 8 °C, Signal Word: Danger.
Molekula supplies BOC-Glycine-OH at 98.5% min purity in 25 g packs, from £59.04 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 5 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
In stock — same-day dispatch
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25 g — £49.20 per pack ex VAT · £59.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Water | <1.0% |
| Assay | 98.5% min |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 46029276 |
| CAS Number | 4530-20-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxycarbonylamino]acetic acid |
| EC Number | 224-864-5 |
| Molecular Formula | (CH3)3COCONHCH2COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 175.18 |
| Exact Mass | 175.0845 |
| SMILES | CC(C)(C)OC(=O)NCC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | VRPJIFMKZZEXLR-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H13NO4/c1-7(2,3)12-6(11)8-4-5(9)10/h4H2,1-3H3,(H,8,11)(H,9,10) |
| PubChem CID | 78288 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29241980 |
| Tariff Code | 2924190013 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- (tert-butoxycarbonyl)glycine
- 2-((tert-butoxycarbonyl)amino)acetic acid
- 2-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxycarbonylamino]acetic acid
- Boc-Gly-OH
- Boc-glycine
- Glycine, N-[(1,1-dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]-
- N-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)glycine
- N-Boc-glycine
- t-Butoxycarbonylglycine
- tert-Butyloxycarbonylglycine
Frequently asked questions
What is BOC-Glycine-OH used for?
BOC-Glycine-OH is primarily used as a protected amino acid intermediate in peptide synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of BOC-Glycine-OH?
The formula is (CH3)3COCONHCH2COOH with a molecular weight of 175.18 g/mol.
How should BOC-Glycine-OH be stored?
It should be stored at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade is available for BOC-Glycine-OH?
It is supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder with an assay of 98.5% min and water content below 1.0%.
Can Molekula supply BOC-Glycine-OH in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply BOC-Glycine-OH in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a BOC-Glycine-OH order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
Where can I buy BOC-Glycine-OH?
Directly from Molekula, which lists BOC-Glycine-OH in 25 g packs from £59.04 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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