Molekula
Fmoc-L-Alanine
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Fmoc-L-Alanine is a protected amino acid used in peptide synthesis to prevent unwanted side reactions. It serves as a building block in solid-phase peptide synthesis. Available with a CAS number of 35661-39-3, molecular formula C18H17NO4, and molecular weight 311.33 g/mol. Stored at 2 to 8 °C. Molekula supplies Fmoc-L-Alanine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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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 powder |
| Water | <6.0% |
| Specific rotation | -18 +/-2.5 |
| Purity (HPLC) | 99% min |
| Loss on Drying | <2.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 65845998 |
| CAS Number | 35661-39-3 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S)-2-(9H-fluoren-9-ylmethoxycarbonylamino)propanoic acid |
| EC Number | 252-660-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C18H17NO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 311.33 |
| Exact Mass | 311.1158 |
| SMILES | C[C@@H](C(=O)O)NC(=O)OCC1C2=CC=CC=C2C3=CC=CC=C13 |
| InChIKey | QWXZOFZKSQXPDC-NSHDSACASA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C18H17NO4/c1-11(17(20)21)19-18(22)23-10-16-14-8-4-2-6-12(14)13-7-3-5-9-15(13)16/h2-9,11,16H,10H2,1H3,(H,19,22)(H,20,21)/t11-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 6364642 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29242970 |
| Tariff Code | 2924297099 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
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
- (((9H-fluoren-9-yl)methoxy)carbonyl)-L-alanine
- (2S)-2-(9H-fluoren-9-ylmethoxycarbonylamino)propanoic acid
- Fmoc-Ala-OH
- FMOC-L-ALA-OH
- FMOCAlaOH Novabiochem
- L-Alanine, N-[(9H-fluoren-9-ylmethoxy)carbonyl]-
- N-(9-Fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl)-L-alanine
- N-[(9H-Fluoren-9-ylmethoxy)carbonyl]-L-alanine
- N-alpha-FMOC-L-ALANINE
- N-Fmoc-L-alanine
Frequently asked questions
What is Fmoc-L-Alanine used for?
Fmoc-L-Alanine is primarily used in peptide synthesis as an amino acid building block, especially in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) where the Fmoc group protects the amine.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Fmoc-L-Alanine?
The formula is C18H17NO4 and the molecular weight is 311.33 g/mol.
How should Fmoc-L-Alanine be stored?
It should be stored at 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available for Fmoc-L-Alanine?
Fmoc-L-Alanine is available in high-purity grade suitable for research and peptide synthesis.
Can Molekula supply Fmoc-L-Alanine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Fmoc-L-Alanine in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of Fmoc-L-Alanine?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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