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(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-valyl-L-valine

(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-valyl-L-valine is a valine analogue.
(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-valyl-L-valine
(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-valyl-L-valine Chemical Structure CAS No.: 69209-73-0
Product category: Amino Acid Derivatives
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Product Description
(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-valyl-L-valine is a valine analogue.
(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-valyl-L-valine (CAS 69209-73-0), also known as Boc-Val-Val-OH, is a protected dipeptide consisting of two L-valine residues linked by a peptide bond, with a tert-butyloxycarbonyl (Boc) group protecting the N-terminus. With a molecular formula of C₁₆H₃₀N₂O₅ and a molecular weight of 330.42 g/mol, it appears as a white to off-white solid powder. This compound is a valine derivative and is used as a building block in peptide synthesis to introduce the Val-Val sequence, which is commonly found in many biologically active peptides and proteins. Valine is a branched-chain amino acid that plays a crucial role in protein structure, and the Val-Val motif is important for hydrophobic interactions and beta-sheet formation. The Boc group is acid-labile and can be removed with TFA, allowing for further elongation of the peptide chain. The compound is intended for research use only and is typically stored at -20°C or at 4°C.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
As a synthetic intermediate, Boc-Val-Val-OH does not have a specific biological target. Its role is to provide a pre-formed Val-Val dipeptide unit for incorporation into longer peptide sequences. The Val-Val motif is often used to induce beta-sheet or hydrophobic interactions in peptides, which can be important for modulating biological activity, such as in antimicrobial peptides or enzyme inhibitors. The Boc protecting group enables selective deprotection and coupling at the N-terminus, allowing for controlled peptide chain assembly. The compound itself does not interact with enzymes or receptors; its "target" is the peptide coupling reaction in organic synthesis, where it acts as a protected peptide donor.
ln Vitro
Commercial ergot supplements have been made from amino acids and their derivatives. They affect the release of anabolic hormones, the availability of fuel for activity, the ability to think clearly under pressure, and the prevention of muscular damage brought on by exertion. They are regarded as advantageous synergistic food ingredients [1].
The in vitro activity of Boc-Val-Val-OH is measured by its coupling efficiency in peptide synthesis. In standard solid-phase or solution-phase coupling, the compound typically achieves >95% yield when activated with reagents such as HATU, HBTU, or DIC/HOBt, in the presence of a base like DIEA. The coupling reaction is usually carried out at room temperature for 1-4 hours in DMF or dichloromethane. Quality control includes HPLC purity analysis (≥98%) and characterization by NMR and mass spectrometry. The compound does not exhibit any inherent biological activity, such as enzyme inhibition, as it is a protected dipeptide not intended for direct biological assays. Its in vitro utility is strictly confined to chemical synthesis as a precursor for more complex peptides.
ln Vivo
In vivo activity is not applicable for Boc-Val-Val-OH because the compound is not intended for administration to living organisms. It is exclusively a research chemical and synthetic intermediate used in laboratory settings for peptide preparation. The compound is not formulated for any route of administration, and no animal efficacy or safety studies have been conducted with the protected dipeptide. Any biological activity would only be relevant after the Boc group is removed and the resulting Val-Val dipeptide is incorporated into a larger peptide or drug candidate. Its utility lies entirely in the chemical synthesis domain, and it is stored and handled under standard laboratory conditions without consideration for pharmacokinetic or pharmacodynamic properties.
Enzyme Assay
The in vitro enzyme/receptor binding (non-cellular) experimental workflow for Boc-Val-Val-OH involves standard peptide synthesis and characterization procedures. Typically, the compound (1.0-3.0 equivalents) is dissolved in an appropriate solvent such as DMF, and a coupling reagent (e.g., HATU, 1.1 equiv.) and a base (e.g., DIEA, 2 equiv.) are added, followed by the amine component (e.g., resin-bound peptide or amino acid ester). The reaction mixture is stirred at room temperature for 1-4 hours, and progress is monitored by TLC or the Kaiser test. After completion, the product is isolated by washing (for SPPS) or by extraction and purification by flash chromatography (for solution-phase). Characterization includes ¹H-NMR, ¹³C-NMR, and mass spectrometry to confirm structure. The Boc group can be selectively removed with TFA, and the resulting dipeptide can be further coupled to other amino acids.
Cell Assay
In vitro cell-based experimental workflows are not typically performed with Boc-Val-Val-OH, as the compound is not intended for direct biological activity screening. However, when used as a building block in peptide synthesis, the final deprotected peptide containing the Val-Val sequence may be tested in cell-based assays. In such cases, the protected dipeptide itself is not used; instead, the entire peptide is applied to cell lines (e.g., HEK293, HeLa, or bacterial cells) at concentrations ranging from 0.1 to 100 µM for 24-72 hours. Assays may include cell viability (MTT), apoptosis (Annexin V), or antibacterial activity testing. The protected building block is not used in these assays because the Boc group would interfere with cellular uptake and target engagement.
Animal Protocol
In vivo animal experimental workflows are not applicable for Boc-Val-Val-OH, as it is exclusively a synthetic intermediate, not a drug candidate. There are no established animal models or in vivo protocols associated with the protected dipeptide. Any in vivo studies would involve the final deprotected peptide products that incorporate the Val-Val motif, rather than the building block itself. The compound is stored under standard conditions (e.g., -20°C) and handled in a fume hood with appropriate personal protective equipment. No animal handling or dosing protocols exist for this compound, and it is not used in veterinary or preclinical research as a standalone agent.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
The pharmacokinetic properties of Boc-Val-Val-OH have not been characterized, as the compound is not intended for pharmaceutical use. Being a protected dipeptide with a molecular weight of 330.42 g/mol and a predicted LogP of approximately 2.0, it would be expected to have moderate lipophilicity if administered. However, the compound is never administered to living systems, and any pharmacokinetic data would pertain to the deprotected peptide products rather than the building block. The compound is stable under recommended storage conditions (powder at -20°C for up to 3 years) and is not designed for systemic exposure. No ADME studies have been conducted for this compound.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
Toxicological data for Boc-Val-Val-OH are limited because it is not a pharmaceutical agent. Standard safety precautions apply: it may cause skin and eye irritation, and inhalation of dust should be avoided. The compound should be handled in a fume hood with appropriate personal protective equipment, including gloves, safety glasses, and a laboratory coat. No chronic toxicity, carcinogenicity, or reproductive toxicity studies have been conducted, as these are not relevant for a synthetic intermediate. The compound is intended for research use only and is not approved for human or veterinary applications. It is not classified as a hazardous substance under most regulatory frameworks, but standard laboratory chemical safety practices should be followed.
References
[1]. Luckose F, et al. Effects of amino acid derivatives on physical, mental, and physiological activities. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(13):1793-1144.
Additional Infomation
Boc-Val-Val-OH is a common reagent in peptide chemistry, widely used for the synthesis of Val-Val-containing peptides and proteins. The Val-Val dipeptide motif is frequently found in antimicrobial peptides, cell-penetrating peptides, and enzyme substrates. The Boc protecting group allows for efficient use in both solution-phase and solid-phase peptide synthesis. The compound is commercially available with purity ≥98% and is used in both academic and industrial research. It is not a drug and has not undergone clinical trials or received regulatory approval. Its primary applications include the synthesis of bioactive peptides and the study of protein-protein interactions. The compound is for research use only and is not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C15H28N2O5
Molecular Weight
316.39
Exact Mass
316.2
CAS #
69209-73-0
PubChem CID
7019900
Appearance
White to off-white solid powder
LogP
2.542
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
3
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
5
Rotatable Bond Count
8
Heavy Atom Count
22
Complexity
413
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
2
SMILES
CC(C)[C@@H](C(=O)N[C@@H](C(C)C)C(=O)O)NC(=O)OC(C)(C)C
InChi Key
IBABAURSJXMCQJ-QWRGUYRKSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C15H28N2O5/c1-8(2)10(17-14(21)22-15(5,6)7)12(18)16-11(9(3)4)13(19)20/h8-11H,1-7H3,(H,16,18)(H,17,21)(H,19,20)/t10-,11-/m0/s1
Chemical Name
(2S)-3-methyl-2-[[(2S)-3-methyl-2-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxycarbonylamino]butanoyl]amino]butanoic 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
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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.

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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 3.1607 mL 15.8033 mL 31.6066 mL
5 mM 0.6321 mL 3.1607 mL 6.3213 mL
10 mM 0.3161 mL 1.5803 mL 3.1607 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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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.

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