Molekula
BOC-L-Leucine-OH
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
BOC-L-Leucine-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 chains. CAS: 13139-15-6, Molecular formula: C11H21NO4, Molecular weight: 231.29, Storage: Ambient. Molekula supplies BOC-L-Leucine-OH from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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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 | White crystalline powder |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 0 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 61652056 |
| CAS Number | 13139-15-6 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S)-4-methyl-2-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxycarbonylamino]pentanoic acid |
| EC Number | 236-073-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C11H21NO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 231.29 |
| Exact Mass | 231.1471 |
| SMILES | CC(C)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)NC(=O)OC(C)(C)C |
| InChIKey | MDXGYYOJGPFFJL-QMMMGPOBSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C11H21NO4/c1-7(2)6-8(9(13)14)12-10(15)16-11(3,4)5/h7-8H,6H2,1-5H3,(H,12,15)(H,13,14)/t8-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 83170 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2922.49.80.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2924190000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), 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.
Synonyms
- Boc-L-leucine
- Boc-Leu-OH monohydrate
- L-Leucine, N-[(1,1-dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]-
- Leucine, N-carboxy-, N-tert-butyl ester, L-
- N-((1,1-Dimethylethoxy)carbonyl)-L-leucine
- N-tert-Butoxycarbonylleucine
- N-tert-Butyloxycarbonyl-L-leucine
- tert-Butoxycarbonyl-L-leucine
- tert-Butyloxycarbonyl-L-leucine
- tert-Butyloxycarbonylleucine
Frequently asked questions
What is BOC-L-Leucine-OH used for?
It is primarily used as a protected amino acid intermediate in peptide synthesis, particularly for introducing leucine residues in a controlled manner.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of BOC-L-Leucine-OH?
The formula is C11H21NO4 with a molecular weight of 231.29 g/mol.
How should BOC-L-Leucine-OH be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for BOC-L-Leucine-OH?
It is available in research-grade purity suitable for peptide synthesis and laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply BOC-L-Leucine-OH in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply BOC-L-Leucine-OH in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with my order of BOC-L-Leucine-OH?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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