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Boc-Pyr-OH (N-Boc-L-pyroglutamic acid)

Cat No.:V65465 Purity: ≥98%
Boc-Pyr-OH is a biochemical compound that may be utilized as a biomaterial or organic/chemical reagent for biomedical research.
Boc-Pyr-OH (N-Boc-L-pyroglutamic acid)
Boc-Pyr-OH (N-Boc-L-pyroglutamic acid) Chemical Structure CAS No.: 53100-44-0
Product category: Biochemical Assay Reagents
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Product Description
Boc-Pyr-OH is a biochemical compound that may be utilized as a biomaterial or organic/chemical reagent for biomedical research.
Boc-Pyr-OH (N-Boc-L-pyroglutamic acid, CAS 53100-44-0) is a biochemical reagent and protected amino acid derivative used in life science research. It is a Boc-protected pyroglutamic acid building block for peptide synthesis. The compound has a molecular weight of 229.23 g/mol and the formula C₁₀H₁₅NO₅. It belongs to the class of protected pyroglutamic acids and is widely used in various fields of research, including medical, environmental, and industrial research. The compound is stored as a pure form under appropriate conditions.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
Boc-Pyr-OH is a protected amino acid derivative used as a building block for peptide synthesis. As a synthetic intermediate, it does not have specific biological targets. The Boc (tert-butoxycarbonyl) group protects the amino functionality during peptide synthesis, allowing for selective deprotection and coupling reactions. Pyroglutamic acid is a cyclic amino acid found in many natural peptides and proteins. The compound's protected form enables the synthesis of peptides containing pyroglutamic acid residues, which are important in various biological contexts.
ln Vitro
In vitro, Boc-Pyr-OH is used as a biochemical reagent and protected amino acid building block for peptide synthesis. It is widely used in various fields of research, including medical, environmental, and industrial research. The compound is used in the synthesis of peptides and peptidomimetics containing pyroglutamic acid residues. Cellular assays are typically performed on the final peptides or compounds synthesized from this building block. The compound's Boc protection allows for standard peptide synthesis protocols using solid-phase or solution-phase methods.
ln Vivo
In vivo data for Boc-Pyr-OH is limited, as it is primarily a research reagent and synthetic intermediate. The compound is classified for research use only and is not intended for human or veterinary therapeutic applications. However, peptides synthesized using this building block may have various biological activities. The compound's primary value lies in its use as a synthetic intermediate for preparing peptides and other bioactive compounds. Specific in vivo data for the parent compound is not available in the public literature.
Enzyme Assay
In vitro enzyme/receptor binding assays for Boc-Pyr-OH are not typically performed, as it is a synthetic intermediate. The compound is used as a building block in peptide synthesis. A typical assay involves using the compound in solid-phase or solution-phase peptide synthesis. The compound is dissolved in organic solvents such as DMF or DCM. The resulting peptides can be evaluated for biological activity. Receptor binding or enzyme inhibition assays can be performed on the final peptides. IC₅₀ or binding affinity values are calculated from dose-response curves.
Cell Assay
Cellular assays for Boc-Pyr-OH are not standard, as the compound is primarily a synthetic intermediate. The compound is used in the synthesis of peptides containing pyroglutamic acid residues. A typical protocol for evaluating the biological activity of synthesized peptides involves culturing appropriate cell lines in growth medium at 37°C with 5% CO₂. Cells are treated with synthesized peptides at varying concentrations. Cell viability, proliferation, or specific signaling readouts are assessed. IC₅₀ or EC₅₀ values are calculated from dose-response curves.
Animal Protocol
In vivo animal studies for Boc-Pyr-OH are not standard, as it is a synthetic intermediate rather than a therapeutic candidate. The compound is classified for research use only and is not intended for human or veterinary applications. Any animal studies would typically be conducted on the final peptides synthesized using this building block. These studies would evaluate efficacy, pharmacokinetics, and safety in appropriate animal models. The compound's primary value lies in its use as a synthetic intermediate.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacokinetic data for Boc-Pyr-OH is limited, as it is primarily a research reagent. The compound has a molecular weight of 229.23 g/mol and a molecular formula of C₁₀H₁₅NO₅. It is a solid at room temperature and is stored as a pure form under appropriate conditions. As a protected amino acid, the Boc group is typically removed during peptide synthesis. The compound is soluble in organic solvents such as DMF and DCM. Specific ADME data is not available.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
Boc-Pyr-OH is classified for research use only and is not intended for human or veterinary applications. Standard safety precautions include handling with appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, lab coat, safety goggles) in a well-ventilated area. The compound should be stored in a dry, cool place away from incompatible materials. Acute toxicity data is not readily available in the public literature. As with all research chemicals, appropriate laboratory safety practices should be followed. No specific LD₅₀ values or detailed toxicological profiles are available in the public domain.
Additional Infomation
Boc-Pyr-OH (N-Boc-L-pyroglutamic acid, CAS 53100-44-0) is a biochemical reagent with the molecular formula C₁₀H₁₅NO₅. It is a Boc-protected pyroglutamic acid building block for peptide synthesis. The compound is classified as a research-use-only compound not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. It is available from multiple commercial suppliers in various pack sizes. No clinical trials or approved drug status exist for this compound as it is not a therapeutic agent.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C10H15NO5
Molecular Weight
229.23
Exact Mass
229.095
CAS #
53100-44-0
PubChem CID
104412
Appearance
White to off-white solid powder
Density
1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point
425.8±38.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point
65-67ºC
Flash Point
211.3±26.8 °C
Vapour Pressure
0.0±2.2 mmHg at 25°C
Index of Refraction
1.516
LogP
-0.9
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
5
Rotatable Bond Count
3
Heavy Atom Count
16
Complexity
331
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
1
SMILES
O(C(N1C(C([H])([H])C([H])([H])[C@@]1([H])C(=O)O[H])=O)=O)C(C([H])([H])[H])(C([H])([H])[H])C([H])([H])[H]
InChi Key
MJLQPFJGZTYCMH-LURJTMIESA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C10H15NO5/c1-10(2,3)16-9(15)11-6(8(13)14)4-5-7(11)12/h6H,4-5H2,1-3H3,(H,13,14)/t6-/m0/s1
Chemical Name
(2S)-1-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxycarbonyl]-5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
Storage

Powder      -20°C    3 years

                     4°C     2 years

In solvent   -80°C    6 months

                  -20°C    1 month

Shipping Condition
Room temperature (This product is stable at ambient temperature for a few days during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs)
Solubility Data
Solubility (In Vitro)
May dissolve in DMSO (in most cases), if not, try other solvents such as H2O, Ethanol, or DMF with a minute amount of products to avoid loss of samples
Solubility (In Vivo)
Note: Listed below are some common formulations that may be used to formulate products with low water solubility (e.g. < 1 mg/mL), you may test these formulations using a minute amount of products to avoid loss of samples.

Injection Formulations
(e.g. IP/IV/IM/SC)
Injection Formulation 1: DMSO : Tween 80: Saline = 10 : 5 : 85 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO stock solution 50 μL Tween 80 850 μL Saline)
*Preparation of saline: Dissolve 0.9 g of sodium chloride in 100 mL ddH ₂ O to obtain a clear solution.
Injection Formulation 2: DMSO : PEG300Tween 80 : Saline = 10 : 40 : 5 : 45 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO 400 μLPEG300 50 μL Tween 80 450 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 3: DMSO : Corn oil = 10 : 90 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO 900 μL Corn oil)
Example: Take the Injection Formulation 3 (DMSO : Corn oil = 10 : 90) as an example, if 1 mL of 2.5 mg/mL working solution is to be prepared, you can take 100 μL 25 mg/mL DMSO stock solution and add to 900 μL corn oil, mix well to obtain a clear or suspension solution (2.5 mg/mL, ready for use in animals).
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Injection Formulation 4: DMSO : 20% SBE-β-CD in saline = 10 : 90 [i.e. 100 μL DMSO 900 μL (20% SBE-β-CD in saline)]
*Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C,1 week): Dissolve 2 g SBE-β-CD in 10 mL saline to obtain a clear solution.
Injection Formulation 5: 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin : Saline = 50 : 50 (i.e. 500 μL 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin 500 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 6: DMSO : PEG300 : castor oil : Saline = 5 : 10 : 20 : 65 (i.e. 50 μL DMSO 100 μLPEG300 200 μL castor oil 650 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 7: Ethanol : Cremophor : Saline = 10: 10 : 80 (i.e. 100 μL Ethanol 100 μL Cremophor 800 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 8: Dissolve in Cremophor/Ethanol (50 : 50), then diluted by Saline
Injection Formulation 9: EtOH : Corn oil = 10 : 90 (i.e. 100 μL EtOH 900 μL Corn oil)
Injection Formulation 10: EtOH : PEG300Tween 80 : Saline = 10 : 40 : 5 : 45 (i.e. 100 μL EtOH 400 μLPEG300 50 μL Tween 80 450 μL Saline)


Oral Formulations
Oral Formulation 1: Suspend in 0.5% CMC Na (carboxymethylcellulose sodium)
Oral Formulation 2: Suspend in 0.5% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Example: Take the Oral Formulation 1 (Suspend in 0.5% CMC Na) as an example, if 100 mL of 2.5 mg/mL working solution is to be prepared, you can first prepare 0.5% CMC Na solution by measuring 0.5 g CMC Na and dissolve it in 100 mL ddH2O to obtain a clear solution; then add 250 mg of the product to 100 mL 0.5% CMC Na solution, to make the suspension solution (2.5 mg/mL, ready for use in animals).
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Oral Formulation 3: Dissolved in PEG400
Oral Formulation 4: Suspend in 0.2% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Oral Formulation 5: Dissolve in 0.25% Tween 80 and 0.5% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Oral Formulation 6: Mixing with food powders


Note: Please be aware that the above formulations are for reference only. InvivoChem strongly recommends customers to read literature methods/protocols carefully before determining which formulation you should use for in vivo studies, as different compounds have different solubility properties and have to be formulated differently.

 (Please use freshly prepared in vivo formulations for optimal results.)
Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 4.3624 mL 21.8122 mL 43.6243 mL
5 mM 0.8725 mL 4.3624 mL 8.7249 mL
10 mM 0.4362 mL 2.1812 mL 4.3624 mL

*Note: Please select an appropriate solvent for the preparation of stock solution based on your experiment needs. For most products, DMSO can be used for preparing stock solutions (e.g. 5 mM, 10 mM, or 20 mM concentration); some products with high aqueous solubility may be dissolved in water directly. Solubility information is available at the above Solubility Data section. Once the stock solution is prepared, aliquot it to routine usage volumes and store at -20°C or -80°C. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles.

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Working concentration mg/mL;

Method for preparing DMSO stock solution mg drug pre-dissolved in μL DMSO (stock solution concentration mg/mL). Please contact us first if the concentration exceeds the DMSO solubility of the batch of drug.

Method for preparing in vivo formulation:Take μL DMSO stock solution, next add μL PEG300, mix and clarify, next addμL Tween 80, mix and clarify, next add μL ddH2O,mix and clarify.

(1) Please be sure that the solution is clear before the addition of next solvent. Dissolution methods like vortex, ultrasound or warming and heat may be used to aid dissolving.
             (2) Be sure to add the solvent(s) in order.

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