L-Aspartic acid β-benzyl ester is used in the synthesis of peptides with a 1,4-diazepine-2,5-dione ring structure and in development of block copolymers.
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Applications
L-Aspartic acid β-benzyl ester is used in the synthesis of peptides with a 1,4-diazepine-2,5-dione ring structure and in development of block copolymers.
Solubility
Insoluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from oxidizing agent.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- K W Marck; C H Wildevuur; W L Sederel; A Bantjes; J Feijen. Biodegradability and tissue reaction of random copolymers of L-leucine, L-aspartic acid, and L-aspartic acid esters. Mutation Research/Fundamental and Molecular Mechanisms of Mutagenesis,1977, 11 (3), 405-422.
- Lei Wang, Rong Zeng; Chao Li; Renzhong Qiao; Lei Wang; Rong Zeng; Chao Li; Renzhong Qiao. Self-assembled polypeptide-block-poly(vinylpyrrolidone) as prospective drug-delivery systems. Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces. 2009, 74 (1), 284-292.