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CAS 1499-46-3

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L-Histidine, methyl ester

Description:
L-Histidine, methyl ester (CAS 1499-46-3) is a derivative of the amino acid histidine, characterized by the presence of a methyl ester group attached to the carboxylic acid functional group of histidine. This compound is typically a white to off-white crystalline powder that is soluble in water and polar organic solvents, reflecting its polar nature due to the amino and ester functional groups. L-Histidine, methyl ester retains the basic properties of histidine, including its role as a precursor for histamine and its involvement in various biochemical processes. It is often used in biochemical research and as a building block in peptide synthesis. The compound exhibits basicity due to the imidazole side chain, which can participate in proton transfer reactions. Additionally, it may have applications in pharmaceuticals and nutrition, particularly in formulations aimed at enhancing amino acid profiles. As with many amino acid derivatives, it is important to handle it with care, considering potential reactivity and stability under various conditions.
Formula:C7H11N3O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C7H11N3O2/c1-12-7(11)6(8)2-5-3-9-4-10-5/h3-4,6H,2,8H2,1H3,(H,9,10)/t6-/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=BXRMEWOQUXOLDH-LURJTMIESA-N
SMILES:C([C@@H](C(OC)=O)N)C1=CN=CN1
Synonyms:
  • (S)-Histidine methyl ester
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Histidine, methyl ester
  • Histidine methyl ester
  • Histidine, methyl ester, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-
  • Methyl <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-histidinate
  • Methyl Histidinate
  • O-Methyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-histidine
  • Methyl L-histidinate
  • L-Histidine, methyl ester
  • Histidine, methyl ester, L-
  • Methyl L-histidinate
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