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Boc-Cys(NPys)-OH

Also known as: Nα-Boc-S-(3-nitro-2-pyridylthio)-L-cysteine, N-tert-Butoxycarbonyl-[S-(3-nitro-2-pyridinesulfenyl)]-L-cysteine, N-[(1,1-dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]-3-[(3-nitro-2-pyridinyl)dithio]-L-alanine, Boc-L-Cys(Npys)-OH, t-Bcnp, (2R)-2-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxycarbonylamino]-3-[(3-nitropyridin-2-yl)disulfanyl]propanoic acid

Boc-Cys(NPys)-OH (CAS 76880-29-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H17N3O6S2 and a molecular weight of 375.421 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -160ºC (dec.), a boiling point of 553.9±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 288.8±30.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
76880-29-0
Jingsj CID
J-43761-6
Molecular Formula
C13H17N3O6S2
Molecular Weight
375.421 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-160ºC (dec.)
Boiling Point553.9±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point288.8±30.1 °C
Exact Mass375.055878
PSA184.94000
LogP4.25
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.616

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Luckose F, et al. Effects of amino acid derivatives on physical, mental, and physiological activities. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(13):1793-807.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Boc-Cys(NPys)-OH?

The CAS number of Boc-Cys(NPys)-OH is 76880-29-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Boc-Cys(NPys)-OH?

Boc-Cys(NPys)-OH has molecular formula C13H17N3O6S2 and molecular weight 375.421 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Boc-Cys(NPys)-OH?

For Boc-Cys(NPys)-OH, Upstream Products: 3-Nitro-2-pyridinesulfenyl chloride, Boc-Cys(pMeOBzl)-OH, N-Boc-S-Trityl-L-cysteine; Downstream Products: 3-Nitro-2-pyridinethiol, Boc-L-cysteine, N,N'-Bis(tert-butoxycarbonyl)-L-cystine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Boc-Cys(NPys)-OH (CAS 76880-29-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-43761-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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