L-4-tert-butyl-Phe, also known as L-4-tert-butylphenylalanine, is a non-standard amino acid derivative characterized by the presence of a tert-butyl group attached to the phenyl ring of the phenylalanine structure. This modification enhances its hydrophobic properties, making it useful in various biochemical applications, particularly in the study of protein folding and stability. The tert-butyl group increases steric bulk, which can influence the conformation of peptides and proteins that incorporate this amino acid. L-4-tert-butyl-Phe is often utilized in synthetic organic chemistry and peptide synthesis, where it can serve as a building block for creating more complex molecules. Its unique properties allow researchers to investigate the effects of hydrophobic interactions in biological systems. Additionally, due to its structural characteristics, it may also play a role in drug design and development, particularly in optimizing the pharmacokinetic properties of therapeutic agents. As with any chemical substance, proper handling and safety protocols should be followed when working with L-4-tert-butyl-Phe.

L-4-tert-butyl-Phe

82372-74-5: L-4-tetr-Butylphenylalanine, 4-tert-butyl-L-phenylalanine, L-4-tert-butyl-phenylalanine, H-Phe(4-tBu)-OH

4-tert-Butyl-L-phenylalanine

(S)-2-Amino-3-(4-(tert-butyl)phenyl)propanoic acid

L-4-TERT-BUTYL-PHE

4-tert-Butyl-L-phenylalanine is a synthetically created antigen with the ability to interact with red blood cells. It has been shown to be a potent probe for the detection of P. falciparum, and can be used as an affinity reagent for the isolation and identification of mutations in the c-terminal region of this protein. 4-tert-Butyl-L-phenylalanine also interacts with P. falciparum apical membrane proteins, which are specific to this type of parasite. This interaction may play a role in its invasion into red blood cells, which is what causes malaria infection.

CAS 82372-74-5: L-4-tert-butyl-Phe

4-tert-Butyl-L-phenylalanine

Ref: 54-OR14740

(S)-2-Amino-3-(4-(tert-butyl)phenyl)propanoic acid

Ref: 10-F243185

L-4-TERT-BUTYL-PHE

Ref: IN-DA00G2P0

4-tert-Butyl-L-phenylalanine

Ref: 3D-FB49021