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benzyl (tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-leucyl-L-phenylalaninate

Cat No.:V68301 Purity: ≥98%
benzyl (tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-leucyl-L-phenylalaninate is a phenylalanine analogue.
benzyl (tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-leucyl-L-phenylalaninate
benzyl (tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-leucyl-L-phenylalaninate Chemical Structure CAS No.: 70637-26-2
Product category: Amino Acid Derivatives
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Product Description
benzyl (tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-L-leucyl-L-phenylalaninate is a phenylalanine analogue.
Benzyl (tert-butoxycarbonyl)-L-leucyl-L-phenylalaninate (CAS 70637-26-2) is a protected dipeptide intermediate widely used in solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS). It contains a tert-butyloxycarbonyl (Boc) protecting group on the N-terminal leucine, a benzyl ester (OBzl) protecting group on the C-terminal phenylalanine, and a dipeptide backbone (Leu-Phe). With a molecular weight of 468.59 g/mol, this compound serves as a building block for synthesizing biologically active peptides and pharmaceutical intermediates. It is also identified as an impurity or reference standard for the proteasome inhibitor drug Carfilzomib, highlighting its relevance in oncology drug development. The compound is supplied as a solid powder and is stable under frozen storage conditions (-20degC).
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
As a protected dipeptide intermediate, benzyl (tert-butoxycarbonyl)-L-leucyl-L-phenylalaninate does not possess direct biological targets. Its role is upstream of pharmacology, serving as a building block for peptide drugs. For example, Carfilzomib, a proteasome inhibitor used in multiple myeloma, contains this dipeptide motif in its synthetic route. Thus, its downstream target is the 20S proteasome, but the intermediate itself has no inherent bioactivity. It is classified as an Amino Acid Derivative with a target pathway in the "Others" category.
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].
This compound is not a pharmacologically active agent and therefore has no direct in vitro biological activity data. No studies report cytotoxicity, enzyme inhibition, or receptor modulation for this intermediate. Any in vitro activity would be attributed to the final synthesized peptide or drug (e.g., Carfilzomib), not the protected dipeptide precursor itself. In the context of chemical synthesis, it serves as a substrate for peptide coupling reactions.
ln Vivo
No in vivo biological activity data are available for this compound because it is exclusively a synthetic intermediate. It has not been evaluated in animal models for efficacy against any disease condition, as it requires deprotection (removal of Boc and benzyl groups) to generate the active peptide. Carfilzomib, derived from such intermediates, is administered intravenously in animal models of multiple myeloma.
Enzyme Assay
The compound is not used in enzyme or receptor binding assays. Instead, standard peptide chemistry protocols describe its use as a protected dipeptide. A typical chemical synthesis protocol: In solution-phase peptide synthesis, 1.0 eq of Boc-Leu-OH is activated with HOBt and DCC at 0degC in DMF or DCM. Separately, H-Phe-OBzl (the benzyl ester) is neutralized with N-methylmorpholine. The activated Boc-Leu-OH is added, and the reaction is stirred at room temperature for 12-24 hours. The product is extracted with ethyl acetate, washed, dried, and purified by column chromatography. Alternatively, this compound can be prepared via SPPS using standard Fmoc/Boc strategies on a solid support.
Cell Assay
No cell-based protocols are established for this synthetic intermediate, as it is not bioactive. In general handling, the compound is dissolved in DMSO (stock solution: 100 mM) or DMF for peptide coupling reactions, but it is not added to cell culture. For evaluating peptides synthesized from this intermediate, a typical protocol involves seeding cancer cells (e.g., RPMI-8226 multiple myeloma cells) in 96-well plates (10,000 cells/well), treating with the deprotected peptide for 48 hours, and measuring viability by MTT or CellTiter-Glo.
Animal Protocol
No in vivo animal experiments have been conducted with this protected dipeptide directly. However, for Carfilzomib or similar drugs synthesized from this intermediate, a typical study: Female CB-17 SCID mice are injected intravenously with 5×10⁶ RPMI-8226 or MM.1S multiple myeloma cells. When tumors reach 150 mm3, mice receive intravenous Carfilzomib at 2-5 mg/kg twice weekly for 2-4 weeks. Tumor volume is measured by calipers, and survival is monitored. The intermediate itself is not administered.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
No pharmacokinetic data are available for benzyl (tert-butoxycarbonyl)-L-leucyl-L-phenylalaninate. It is not a drug candidate, and ADME properties have not been studied. As a dipeptide with protecting groups, it would be rapidly hydrolyzed and metabolized if administered. In contrast, Carfilzomib (the final drug) has a half-life of 30-60 minutes, low oral bioavailability, and is administered intravenously. The intermediate is stored as a powder at -20degC, stable for 3 years.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
According to safety data sheets, this compound may cause skin and eye irritation. It is harmful if swallowed (oral LD50 >2000 mg/kg predicted). Inhalation of dust may cause respiratory irritation. Not classified as carcinogen or mutagen. Standard laboratory precautions: gloves, safety goggles, lab coat, fume hood. In case of contact, flush with water. The compound is stable under recommended storage conditions.
References

[1]. Effects of amino acid derivatives on physical, mental, and physiological activities. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(13):1793-863.

Additional Infomation
Slight variations exist: This compound is Carfilzomib Impurity 66. It may also be referred to as Carfilzomib intermediate. Carfilzomib (Kyprolis) is an FDA-approved drug for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma. This intermediate highlights the significance of protected dipeptides in pharmaceutical synthesis. Unlike active drugs, this intermediate is exclusively a research chemical for peptide synthesis. No clinical trials involve this intermediate. It is supplied by chemical vendors for research only.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C27H36N2O5
Molecular Weight
468.59
Exact Mass
468.262
CAS #
70637-26-2
PubChem CID
15138263
Appearance
White to light yellow solid powder
LogP
5.178
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
5
Rotatable Bond Count
13
Heavy Atom Count
34
Complexity
646
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
2
SMILES
CC(C[C@H](NC(OC(C)(C)C)=O)C(N[C@H](C(OCC1=CC=CC=C1)=O)CC2=CC=CC=C2)=O)C
InChi Key
IKZFNIAMQFYRSM-GOTSBHOMSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C27H36N2O5/c1-19(2)16-22(29-26(32)34-27(3,4)5)24(30)28-23(17-20-12-8-6-9-13-20)25(31)33-18-21-14-10-7-11-15-21/h6-15,19,22-23H,16-18H2,1-5H3,(H,28,30)(H,29,32)/t22-,23-/m0/s1
Chemical Name
benzyl (2S)-2-[[(2S)-4-methyl-2-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxycarbonylamino]pentanoyl]amino]-3-phenylpropanoate
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)
DMSO: 100 mg/mL (213.41 mM)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Solubility in Formulation 1: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (5.34 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 90% Corn Oil (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution.
For example, if 1 mL of working solution is to be prepared, you can add 100 μL of 25.0 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 900 μL of corn oil and mix evenly.

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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 2.1341 mL 10.6703 mL 21.3406 mL
5 mM 0.4268 mL 2.1341 mL 4.2681 mL
10 mM 0.2134 mL 1.0670 mL 2.1341 mL

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