4-Iodine N-Methylpyridinium-Mediated Peptide Synthesis

Org Lett. 2023 Dec 8;25(48):8661-8665. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.3c03539. Epub 2023 Nov 27.

Abstract

Through systematic optimization of halopyridinium compounds, we established a peptide coupling protocol utilizing 4-iodine N-methylpyridinium (4IMP) for solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS). The 4IMP coupling reagent is easily prepared, bench stable, and cost-effective. Employing 4IMP in the SPPS process has showcased remarkable chemoselectivity and efficiency, effectively eliminating racemization and epimerization. This achievement has been substantiated through the successful synthesis of a range of peptides via the direct utilization of commercially available amino acid substrates for SPPS.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Amino Acids / chemistry
  • Peptides* / chemistry
  • Pyridinium Compounds*
  • Solid-Phase Synthesis Techniques / methods

Substances

  • 1-methylpyridinium
  • Peptides
  • Pyridinium Compounds
  • Amino Acids