Molekula
BOC-L-Alanine-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-L-Alanine-OH is a protected amino acid used in peptide synthesis to prevent unwanted side reactions. It serves as a building block for the controlled formation of peptide bonds. CAS: 15761-38-3, Molecular Formula: C8H15NO4, Molecular Weight: 189.21, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: None.
Molekula supplies BOC-L-Alanine-OH at ≥98% purity (HPLC) in 25 g packs, from £37.08 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 7 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off-white/beige/white fine crystals to powder |
| Melting Point | 76°C - 83°C |
| Specific rotation | -24.0° to - 26.0° |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥98% |
| Water (KF) | ≤0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
For research use only. Not for human use.
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 48689135 |
| CAS Number | 15761-38-3 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S)-2-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxycarbonylamino]propanoic acid |
| EC Number | 239-847-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H15NO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 189.21 |
| Exact Mass | 189.1001 |
| SMILES | C[C@@H](C(=O)O)NC(=O)OC(C)(C)C |
| InChIKey | QVHJQCGUWFKTSE-YFKPBYRVSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H15NO4/c1-5(6(10)11)9-7(12)13-8(2,3)4/h5H,1-4H3,(H,9,12)(H,10,11)/t5-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 85082 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2924.19.1150 |
| Tariff Code | 2924190090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Portuguese, 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)-l-alanine
- BOC-ALA
- Boc-Ala-OH
- Boc-L-Ala-OH
- Boc-l-alanine
- N-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-alanine
- N-Boc-L-alanine
- N-t-Boc-L-alanine
- t-BA amino acid
- tert-butoxycarbonylalanine
Frequently asked questions
What is BOC-L-Alanine-OH used for?
It is primarily used as a protected amino acid intermediate in peptide synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of BOC-L-Alanine-OH?
The formula is C8H15NO4 with a molecular weight of 189.21 g/mol.
How should BOC-L-Alanine-OH be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for BOC-L-Alanine-OH?
It is supplied to a specification of Purity (HPLC) ≥98%, suitable for laboratory and industrial synthesis.
Can Molekula supply BOC-L-Alanine-OH in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply BOC-L-Alanine-OH in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with my order of BOC-L-Alanine-OH?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Where can I buy BOC-L-Alanine-OH?
Directly from Molekula, which lists BOC-L-Alanine-OH in 25 g packs from £37.08 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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