Alanine, 2-methyl-N-[(phenylmethoxy)carbonyl]-

N-(Benzyloxycarbonyl)-2-methylalanine, commonly referred to as Z-2-methylalanine, serves as a valuable building block in organic and peptide synthesis. This compound is widely utilized in the pharmaceutical industry for the production of complex molecules with specific biological activities. Z-2-methylalanine is commonly used as a key intermediate in the preparation of peptide-based drugs and mimetics. Its selective protection of the amine group facilitates the sequential addition of amino acids in peptide assembly, allowing for precise control over the peptide sequence. Additionally, it is a versatile tool in the modification of existing peptide structures, enabling the introduction of conformational constraints or functional groups to enhance the stability and activity of the final peptide product. Furthermore, the presence of the N-benzyloxycarbonyl group provides a handle for further derivatization, expanding the scope of potential applications in chemical synthesis.