Z-D-Ser-OH

The Z (Cbz) group serves as an amine-protecting group, allowing for selective chemical modifications of the amino acid. Z-D-Ser-OH (N-Benzyloxycarbonyl-D-serine is a protected form of D-serine used as a key chiral starting material in the synthesis of Lacosamide (Vimpat), a medication used to treat partial-onset seizures.

API Name Lacosamide
CAS No 6081-61-4
Molecular Formula C11H13NO5
Molecular Weight 239.22 g/mol
Synonyms (2R)-3-hydroxy-2-(phenylmethoxycarbonylamino)propanoic acid