Methyl 2-tert-butyloxycarbonylaminoacrylate

Methyl 2-tert-butyloxycarbonylaminoacrylate is an amine-functionalized compound with nucleophilic nitrogen reactivity used primarily in the pharmaceutical and polymer industries. Key applications include buchwald–hartwig amination for aryl c–n bond construction and solid-phase peptide synthesis (spps) with orthogonal boc/fmoc strategies.

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The amine functionality in Methyl 2-tert-butyloxycarbonylaminoacrylate enables diverse transformations: reductive amination with aldehydes/ketones, acylation to form amides, sulfonylation to form sulfonamides, Buchwald–Hartwig coupling with aryl halides, urea and carbamate formation, and salt generation for improved drug properties. The nucleophilicity of the nitrogen makes it one of the most versatile handles in synthetic chemistry.

The Boc protecting group in Methyl 2-tert-butyloxycarbonylaminoacrylate is cleanly removed by treatment with trifluoroacetic acid (TFA, 20–50% in DCM) at room temperature, typically within 30–60 minutes. Alternative conditions include HCl in dioxane (4M) or trimethylsilyl triflate with 2,6-lutidine. The Boc group is stable to base, hydrogenation, and many nucleophilic conditions, making it orthogonal to Fmoc and Cbz groups.

Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from acids and oxidizing agents. Keep containers tightly sealed as many amines are hygroscopic. Store at room temperature in a sealed container. Stable under neutral and basic conditions; avoid strong acids during storage. Store at room temperature in a tightly sealed container away from heat and open flame. Always consult the compound-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provided with your order for detailed storage requirements. ChemContract Research includes handling and storage documentation with every shipment.

The CAS Registry Number for Methyl 2-tert-butyloxycarbonylaminoacrylate is 55477-80-0. This unique identifier is used worldwide to reference this specific compound in chemical databases, regulatory filings, and scientific literature. ChemContract Research supplies this compound with full quality documentation. Contact us at chemistry@chem-contract.com for availability and pricing.