Alanine, 3-(2,5-xylyl)-, DL- is an amino acid derivative characterized by the presence of an alanine backbone with a 2,5-xylyl group attached at the third carbon position. This compound is part of the broader category of amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins. The "DL" designation indicates that this substance is a racemic mixture, containing both the D (dextrorotatory) and L (levorotatory) forms of alanine, which are mirror images of each other. The presence of the xylyl group, derived from xylene, contributes to its hydrophobic characteristics, potentially influencing its solubility and interaction with other molecules. This compound may exhibit unique properties in biochemical applications, such as acting as a building block in peptide synthesis or influencing protein structure and function. Its specific applications and behavior in biological systems would depend on its stereochemistry and the context in which it is used. As with many amino acid derivatives, it may also have implications in pharmaceuticals and biochemistry.

Alanine, 3-(2,5-xylyl)-, DL-

103854-25-7: Alanine, 3-(2,5-xylyl)-, DL- is an amino acid derivative characterized by the presence of an alanine backbone with a 2,5-xylyl group attached at the third carbon position. This compound is part of the broader category of amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins. The "DL" designation indicates that this substance is a racemic mixture, containing both the D (dextrorotatory) and L (levorotatory) forms of alanine, which are mirror images of each other. The presence of the xylyl group, derived from xylene, contributes to its hydrophobic characteristics, potentially influencing its solubility and interaction with other molecules. This compound may exhibit unique properties in biochemical applications, such as acting as a building block in peptide synthesis or influencing protein structure and function. Its specific applications and behavior in biological systems would depend on its stereochemistry and the context in which it is used. As with many amino acid derivatives, it may also have implications in pharmaceuticals and biochemistry.

CAS 103854-25-7

Alanine, 3-(2,5-xylyl)-, DL-

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Ref: IN-DA00914R

(S)-2-Amino-3-(2,5-dimethylphenyl)propanoic acid

Ref: 10-F762368